Knowledge and Technology Transfer (KTT) Manager - NCCR Genesis

Introduction

UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility. unil.ch/work

About NCCR Genesis

The National Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) Genesis is a Swiss research network bringing together leading scientists from multiple institutions to advance interdisciplinary research across physics, chemistry, Earth sciences and related disciplines. Alongside its scientific activities, NCCR Genesis promotes innovation, knowledge and technology transfer, entrepreneurship, and collaboration with industry.

Details on NCCR Genesis are available on its website https://nccr-genesis.ch.

NCCR Genesis is deeply committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to cultivate a respectful and fair work culture with equal access to professional development and support for all. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented groups.

Presentation

We are seeking a Knowledge and Technology Transfer (KTT) Manager to strengthen connections between NCCR Genesis researchers and the private sector, identify opportunities for innovation and commercialisation, and facilitate industrial partnerships.

Working closely with the NCCR management, research teams and technology transfer offices of partner institutions, you will contribute to translating scientific discoveries into practical applications and societal and economic impact.

Job information

Expected start date in position : 01.01.2027 / to be agreed

Contract length : 4 years (2+2)

Activity rate : 50 to 60 %

Workplace : UNIL -Géopolis - Earth Sciences Institute - NCCR GENESIS Team

Your responsibilities

Technology scouting and valorisation: identify promising research results, assess their potential for industrial applications, and facilitate technology transfer, intellectual property protection, licensing and spin-off initiatives in collaboration with institutional specialists.

Industrial partnerships: Identify and engage industrial partners, develop strategic relationships and facilitate collaborative research and innovation projects.

Innovation and entrepreneurship: Support researchers in accessing entrepreneurship programmes, innovation funding and commercialisation opportunities within the Swiss innovation ecosystem.

Knowledge exchange and talent development: Promote interactions between academia and industry, develop private-sector internship opportunities for early-career researchers, and coordinate networking activities, including the annual Genesis Tech Days.

KTT coordination: Contribute to the implementation and monitoring of knowledge transfer activities in collaboration with partner institutions.

Your qualifications

In order to complete our team, we are looking for someone with the following skills :

• Master’s or PhD in physics, chemistry, Earth sciences, or another discipline relevant to NCCR Genesis.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience in industry, technology transfer, innovation management or industrial partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to identify innovation opportunities and develop relationships with industrial stakeholders.
• Understanding of technology commercialisation, intellectual property and entrepreneurship.
• Excellent communication, networking and interpersonal skills, combined with a proactive, independent and results-oriented approach.
• Excellent command of English; knowledge of French and German is required.
• Familiarity with the Swiss innovation ecosystem and its funding instruments is an advantage.

What the position offers you

An opportunity to work at the interface of cutting-edge interdisciplinary research, innovation and industry within a collaborative Swiss research network. You will interact with leading researchers, technology transfer professionals and industrial partners, contributing directly to the impact of NCCR Genesis research.

We offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits to discover.

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Contact for further information

Prof. Johanna MARIN CARBONNE UNIL / ISTE : [email protected]

Prof. Nicolas Winssinger UNIGE : [email protected]

Alberto Schena : [email protected]

Your application

Deadline : 22/11/2026

Please, send your full application in Word or PDF.
Only applications through this website will be taken into account.

We thank you for your understanding.

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Additional information

UNIL is committed to:

• equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
• ensuring an open and respectful environment that is conducive to personal development;
• offering working conditions that facilitate work-life balance.

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