Commercialisation Manager - Ceres Agri-Tech West Cambridge | Salary from £60,900 | Fixed Term (initially to 2028) – Full Time | Hybrid 3 days in office Help shape a national initiative at the forefront of agri-tech innovation. This is a rare opportunity to play a foundational role in establishing a new, multi-institutional national tech transfer office (TTO). As Commercialisation Manager at Ceres Agri-Tech, you’ll be part of a dynamic collaboration between the Universities of Cambridge, Lincoln and East Anglia, working to translate cutting-edge research into real-world commercial solutions. Led by the University of Lincoln and supported by £5 million in government funding, Ceres is developing a new, sustainable model for delivering commercialisation support across multiple institutions. You’ll help shape the structures, systems and partnerships that will underpin its long-term success. You’ll be employed by Cambridge Enterprise and embedded in a collaborative team that spans academic, legal and commercial professionals from across the partnership. Your day-to-day work will involve many different activities: Commercialisation Leadership – Develop and implement core TTO processes including IP protection, licensing and contracting. Cross-Institution Collaboration – Work with legal and commercial teams across Cambridge, Lincoln and UEA to build consistent, compliant systems. Academic Engagement – Support researchers with the practical steps needed to progress spin-outs, licensing deals and translational projects. Portfolio Development – Manage a growing portfolio of research-derived assets from the Ceres, LINCAM and Agri-Tech Global partnerships. Operational Design – Help design legal agreements, workflows and governance structures that underpin a sustainable TTO model. Strategic Planning – Contribute to business plans, regulatory insight and sustainability strategies for long-term institutional success. Stakeholder Engagement – Build relationships with commercial partners, investors, growers, start-ups, funders and civic organisations. Knowledge Exchange – Help deliver workshops, commercialisation training and on-farm demonstrations. Diligence and Compliance – Conduct IP due diligence and maintain accurate records for legal and audit requirements. Sector Insight – Stay up to date with legal, scientific and commercial developments in agri-tech and share best practice. What we’re looking for: Significant experience in technology transfer and managing IP-related agreements and commercialisation processes. A degree or higher qualification in a scientific or technical field – a PhD is desirable. A strong understanding of how research organisations operate and what motivates their researchers. Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the confidence to lead discussions across legal, academic and commercial contexts. A practical, solutions-focused approach and the ability to manage complex projects across multiple institutions. Sound judgement and attention to detail when working on contracts, agreements and intellectual property. A collaborative mindset and the ability to build trust across sectors and disciplines. We’d also value: Experience in the plant agri-tech sector Technical knowledge of gene editing, AI, or software-based innovation Experience working across multi-university or national partnerships Understanding of relevant commercial, compliance or regulatory issues in research translation Why Cambridge Enterprise? Cambridge Enterprise sits at the heart of Europe’s most successful innovation ecosystem. We connect world-leading research with the funding, expertise and partnerships needed to turn ideas into impact – for the benefit of society, the economy and the University of Cambridge. This role offers a chance to shape a nationally significant initiative that supports meaningful innovation in sustainable agriculture, food systems and climate resilience. Perks at a glance: 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Class-leading Bupa private medical insurance Hybrid working – including up to 30 days per year working abroad Generous University pension scheme Development opportunities via LinkedIn Learning Enhanced policies for parental leave and fertility support Mental health and wellbeing resources, including counselling and Bupa’s Menopause Plan Discounts on retail, travel and hospitality Diversity and inclusion: We know that some people are less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you meet most of what we're looking for, we encourage you to apply. At Cambridge Enterprise, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you have questions about the role, the interview process, or need adjustments, contact Natalie or the People team at people@enterprise.cam.ac.uk. Key dates: Closing date: 4 th July Interviews: Early August