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IPR Assistant

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This position is no longer accepting applications(closed Aug 4, 2026).

SVKM IPR Cell- IPR Assistant (Mumbai)

To support the operational activities of the SVKM IPR cell, an IP Assistant is required. OB approval is attached

Qualification Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Science or Engineering domain

  • Master’s degree or LLB preferred

  • Basic understanding of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), especially patents

  • Certification in IPR (preferred but not mandatory)

Preferred Experience

  • 1–3 years of experience in IP-related roles / patent support / R&D documentation

  • Exposure to patent filing processes (Indian and/or international)

  • Experience of working with academic or research institutions (preferred)

Key Skills

  • Strong coordination and communication skills

  • Attention to detail and documentation accuracy

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

  • Basic understanding of patent databases (preferred)

Position:

This is a full-time on-site role at SVKM’s NMIMS University (Mumbai)

Key Responsibilities:

To assist the IPR Executive in the following:

1. IP Filing & Documentation Support

  • Assist in preparing and compiling documents for patent, trademark, and copyright filings

  • Coordinate with inventors for technical disclosures, data, and clarifications

2. Coordination & Communication with faculty, inventors, patent agents, and legal teams

3. IP Portfolio Management

  • Maintain and update the IP database/portfolio tracker

  • Track filing timelines, examination deadlines, and renewal dates

  • Support in preparing periodic IP reports and dashboards

4. Administrative & Compliance Support

  • Maintain IP records and documentation and time to time update the same.

  • Assist in ensuring compliance with institutional IP policies

  • Support in audit and reporting requirements

5. Awareness & Institutional Support

  • Assist in organizing IP awareness sessions, workshops, and training programs

  • Support in preparation of presentation materials, brochures, and reports

6. Any other responsibilities assigned by the IPR Executive