Innovation Discovery Manager (Software) – closes 1st June 2026

Innovation Discovery Manager (Software) – closes 1st June 2026

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Engage with inventors to identify and evaluate impactful opportunities for innovation.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking university team dedicated to transforming ideas into real-world solutions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with a focus on economic, social, and environmental impact.
  • Why this job: Make a difference by turning innovative ideas into licensable IP and new businesses.
  • Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for innovation and commercialisation.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

Location: Office based-hybrid (3 days minimum in the office)

Employment type: Permanent, Full time

Hours Per Week: 35 hours

The Innovation Factory’s ‘Innovation Discovery Team’ is responsible for proactively engaging with inventors/innovators (academics, staff members and students) to identify, evaluate and describe opportunities that have the potential to generate significant beneficial economic, social, and environmental impact where there is Intellectual Property owned by the University.

A key element of the Innovation Discovery Team’s activity is outreach into the University’s three faculties to maximise engagement with the Innovation Factory and create enthusiasm for translating high-quality innovations into licensable IP and new spinout businesses.

It also organizes and leads events; explains the importance of IP commercialisation; runs seminars explaining the IP commercialisation process and participates at other academic events to highlight the benefits to the university of commercialization activities.

Innovation Discovery Manager (Software) – closes 1st June 2026 employer: Innovation Factory Limited

As an employer, the Innovation Factory offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters creativity and innovation. With a strong focus on employee development, team members are encouraged to engage in continuous learning and professional growth while contributing to impactful projects that benefit society. Located within a vibrant university setting, employees enjoy unique networking opportunities and the chance to be at the forefront of transforming groundbreaking ideas into real-world applications.

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Contact Details:

Innovation Factory Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Innovation Discovery Manager (Software) – closes 1st June 2026

Stakeholder Engagement
Intellectual Property Knowledge
Event Management
Communication Skills
Outreach Strategies
Innovation Evaluation
Commercialisation Processes