Part of a South-South collaboration funded by BRICS (partners based at Unisinos, Brazil).Specific roles include:•Conduct innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem research with in-person and remote collaborators and present results in scholarly publications, and international conferences to further enhance knowledge.•Author well-regarded chapters in Innovation and Entrepreneurship books to present credible information to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as scholars in… Show more Part of a South-South collaboration funded by BRICS (partners based at Unisinos, Brazil).Specific roles include:•Conduct innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem research with in-person and remote collaborators and present results in scholarly publications, and international conferences to further enhance knowledge.•Author well-regarded chapters in Innovation and Entrepreneurship books to present credible information to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as scholars in the field.•Support graduate students in obtaining doctoral degrees by advising on study plans, doctoral dissertations and career goals.•Oversee graduate student projects and advise on focus, methodology and report generation to meet preset standards. Show less

Conducting research on innovation ecosystems in emerging economies and seeking ways to improve and support innovation by learning and applying best practice from developed economies, as part of a BRICS collaborative project (co-PI on grant).•Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.•Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting… Show more Conducting research on innovation ecosystems in emerging economies and seeking ways to improve and support innovation by learning and applying best practice from developed economies, as part of a BRICS collaborative project (co-PI on grant).•Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.•Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.•Completed exhaustive research into innovation ecosystems using databases, physical records and digital resources.•Developed data collection strategies and monitored data quality for optimal research results.•Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.•Developed research proposals, identified research objectives and createdresearch plans.•Identified sources of funding to prepare research proposals and submit funding applications. Show less

Responsible for developing, supporting, and enabling the research enterprise at UCT with the aim to increase global visibility, fostering a sense of inclusivity and enhancing capacity. Specific roles include:•Participate in strategic interventions, designing implementation plans, and actioning these.•Policy development and implementation.•Design, administer, and manage internal funding calls and capacity development schemes, with a specific focus on diversity, equity, and… Show more Responsible for developing, supporting, and enabling the research enterprise at UCT with the aim to increase global visibility, fostering a sense of inclusivity and enhancing capacity. Specific roles include:•Participate in strategic interventions, designing implementation plans, and actioning these.•Policy development and implementation.•Design, administer, and manage internal funding calls and capacity development schemes, with a specific focus on diversity, equity, and inclusivity.•Design, coordinate, and host training opportunities, conferences, and social responsiveness activities.•Continual process review, optimization, and development of standard operating processes (SOPs) and templates as needed.•Participation in various university committee structures, co-chairing 4 committees, and serving on 4 others.•Data collection and analysis for reporting purposes.•Report writing, producing presentations, and participating in raising the visibility and profile of the research through strategic communications and marketing. Show less

Providing advice on the establishment and formalization of a business incubator function at UJ through the integration of the UJ technology transfer office and UJINVNT (research commercialization office) functions. Specific duties include:•Support clients with business analysis, documentation, and critical review.•Align closely with business owners and employees to gather information and gain operational insight.•Prepare presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process… Show more Providing advice on the establishment and formalization of a business incubator function at UJ through the integration of the UJ technology transfer office and UJINVNT (research commercialization office) functions. Specific duties include:•Support clients with business analysis, documentation, and critical review.•Align closely with business owners and employees to gather information and gain operational insight.•Prepare presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process improvements of organization's systems and programs. Show less

Responsible for the management of a variety of client facing projects in diverse fields (space, mining, agriculture) using the principles of open innovation, yet relating to innovation, intellectual property, sourcing of ideas/technology and strategic management consulting.Specific roles include:•Lead generation, initiating contact, and presenting services to new potential clients.•Maintaining existing client relationships with regular engagements around new service… Show more Responsible for the management of a variety of client facing projects in diverse fields (space, mining, agriculture) using the principles of open innovation, yet relating to innovation, intellectual property, sourcing of ideas/technology and strategic management consulting.Specific roles include:•Lead generation, initiating contact, and presenting services to new potential clients.•Maintaining existing client relationships with regular engagements around new service offerings.•Facilitating project conceptualization workshops and producing the project brief.•Negotiating and closing agreements with clients for projects meeting their specific needs.•Overseeing the project, and managing client expectations as well as project deliverables from beginning to end.•Coordinating with various stakeholders during the crowdsourcing phase of the project to find solutions.•Networking with various stakeholders during the close-out event of the project to generate leads for the next and/or congruent projects.•Delegated tasks to existing support team members and used cloud-based tools to help solve complex business issues.•Built client relationships by responding to inquiries, identifying and assessing clients' needs, resolving problems, and following up with potential and existing clients.•Supervised daily operations and sales functions to maximize revenue, customer satisfaction, and employee productivity. Show less

Crowdsourcing and targeted solution seeking within the Open Innovation Environment in Africa through strategic innovation challenges tailored to meet the needs of R&D companies in Europe

Part-time specialist consultant to life science related projects. Responsible for conducting thorough market, patent and technology research for developing technology landscape reports.

Validating the top 10 IPA applications in life sciences in the third round as an independent assessor of originality, marketability, scalability, social impact and technological feasibility.

Assessing over 100 IPA applications in the second round as an independent screener on originality, marketability, scalability, social impact and technological feasibility.•Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Life Sciences Intellectual Property (IP) Portfolio Manager responsible for:•IP Evaluation. •Market Research & Financial Feasibility Studies.•License Agreement & Contract Management.•Establishment of spin-off companies and industry partnerships.•Ambassador responsible for: IP awareness and course presentations; World IP Day event coordination; Research event coordination; Career advice (Career in Innovation & Entrepreneurship – 10 Minutes With); Establishing & management of… Show more Life Sciences Intellectual Property (IP) Portfolio Manager responsible for:•IP Evaluation. •Market Research & Financial Feasibility Studies.•License Agreement & Contract Management.•Establishment of spin-off companies and industry partnerships.•Ambassador responsible for: IP awareness and course presentations; World IP Day event coordination; Research event coordination; Career advice (Career in Innovation & Entrepreneurship – 10 Minutes With); Establishing & management of InnovUS Innovation Competition; Co-managing InnovUS brand on social media.•Technology & Innovation Support Centre representative responsible for: Advice on IP strategies, commercialization strategies and, contracts and negotiation.•TIA Seed Fund Committee member responsible for: Evaluating applications, evaluate progress on projects and assist in project management. Show less

Responsible for:•Evaluation of contracts, risk management & assessments.•Development & management of Research Information Management System (RIMS) modules (IP & contracts).•National IP Management Office (NIPMO) reporting. •Assistance in project management, IP protection & commercialization strategies.Skills developed:•Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.•Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.•Assisted… Show more Responsible for:•Evaluation of contracts, risk management & assessments.•Development & management of Research Information Management System (RIMS) modules (IP & contracts).•National IP Management Office (NIPMO) reporting. •Assistance in project management, IP protection & commercialization strategies.Skills developed:•Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.•Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.•Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.•Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service. Show less

Internship within the Innovation and Business Development Directorate at the University of the Free State. DST-NRF Internship awarded to promising students with postgraduate degrees in science and technology by the Department of Science & Technology.Responsible for:•Clerical support by handling a range of routine and special requirements.•Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.•Developed and maintained… Show more Internship within the Innovation and Business Development Directorate at the University of the Free State. DST-NRF Internship awarded to promising students with postgraduate degrees in science and technology by the Department of Science & Technology.Responsible for:•Clerical support by handling a range of routine and special requirements.•Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.•Developed and maintained relationships with key internal stakeholders.•Office finances and procurement.•Sorted, organized, and maintained filing system.•Travel arrangements.•Event coordination.•Assistance in project management, IP protection, contract management & commercialization.•Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.•Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence. Show less

Demonstrate 3rd Year Forensic Genetics principles and procedures (from 2009 - 2010); Demonstrate 1st Year Botany principles and procedures (from 2008 - 2010).Responsibilities included:•Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.•Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.•Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.•Helped with grading… Show more Demonstrate 3rd Year Forensic Genetics principles and procedures (from 2009 - 2010); Demonstrate 1st Year Botany principles and procedures (from 2008 - 2010).Responsibilities included:•Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.•Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.•Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.•Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.•Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.•Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques. Show less

Technology Transfer and the Innovation EcosystemThe Technology Transfer Process & University RelationshipsMarket ResearchTechnology DevelopmentIP ManagementProject Strategy & Business Plan DevelopmentAccounting & FinanceDeal Preparation/ Investment Ready ProcessMarketing, Relationship Building and Profile Building in Technology Transfer OfficesInvestor Groups and NetworksVenture Management & Post Deal SupportCorporate Strategy in Technology Transfer… Show more Technology Transfer and the Innovation EcosystemThe Technology Transfer Process & University RelationshipsMarket ResearchTechnology DevelopmentIP ManagementProject Strategy & Business Plan DevelopmentAccounting & FinanceDeal Preparation/ Investment Ready ProcessMarketing, Relationship Building and Profile Building in Technology Transfer OfficesInvestor Groups and NetworksVenture Management & Post Deal SupportCorporate Strategy in Technology Transfer Offices Show less