Intellectual Property Specialist

At the Technological Institute of the Philippines (T.I.P.) Innovation and Technology Support Unit, our IP Specialist plays a key role in managing, protecting, and maximizing the value of the institution's intellectual property assets. You'll work closely with inventors, researchers, and technical teams to turn pioneering ideas into protected IP and commercialization-ready technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with inventors and R&D teams to understand technologies

• Conduct prior art searches and prepare patent search reports

• Draft or assist in drafting IP applications

• Prepare and file patent, utility model, trademark, and copyright documents

• Maintain T.I.P's IP portfolio (patents, utility models, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets)

• Track renewal deadlines, maintenance fees, and compliance requirements

• Assist in detecting and addressing potential IP infringements

• Support campus-wide IP awareness and training initiatives

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Law, or related fields

• Preferably with training or certification in Intellectual Property (IPOPHL, WIPO, etc.)

Experience Requirements:

• At least 1-2 years of experience in IP management, technology transfer, patent drafting, or research work

• Experience with prior art search tools, patent databases, or drafting technical documents is an advantage

• Familiarity with IPOPHL processes is a plus

Ideal Candidates:

• Detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with technical concepts

• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with inventors and researchers

• Passionate about innovation, research, and turning ideas into protected assets

If you want to be part of a team that strengthens the country's research-to-market pipeline - we'd love to meet you.