Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*. The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Candidates are asked to self‑declare when applying to this hiring process. ANTICIPATORY staffing for continuing and term positions. OrganizationalUnit: Client Agreements and Intellectual Property Branch Classification: RCO This position is being re‑posted. If you had previously applied, there is no need to re‑apply. Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have key connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below. Discover the possible The role We are looking for an Intellectual Property Advisor to support our Client Agreements and Intellectual Property (CAIP). The Intellectual Property Advisor would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity. The incumbent will be managing NRC’s intellectual property, including developing and implementing diverse IP protection strategies to support the current and future needs of the organization. As part of this role, the IP Advisor will prepare, file and, where applicable, prosecute provisional and formal patent applications including those under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). This position reports to the Leader, IP Management. The incumbent is expected to provide guidance to the Client Agreements and Intellectual Property Branch (CAIP), researchers and managers with whom they collaborate. This position is within a team providing intellectual property strategy and protection services to Research Centres across NRC.



The work also includes the management of external contracts with patent agents/patenting agencies and the provision of advice to the Research Centre clients on options available and suggested actions to be taken (including the management of protection costs). The IP Advisor could also review and provide support in the negotiation and drafting of various agreements, including licence agreements, collaborative research agreements and research services agreements. The IP Advisor may also contribute to a variety of IP‑related projects such as IP awareness initiatives. Screening criteria Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates: Education University degree in Science or Engineering. Graduate/Advanced degree will be considered an asset but not required . Registration as a Canadian Patent Agent. Registration or eligibility and willingness to obtain registration as Patent Agent in the United States. A law degree with eligibility for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or in the Order of Notaries in the Province of Quebec will be considered an asset but not required . Registration as a Canadian Trademark Agent will be considered an asset but not required . Significant* and recent** experience in reviewing invention disclosures. Significant* and recent** experience in preparing (including drafting) and prosecuting patent applications in advanced science or engineering disciplines. Significant* and recent** experience in communicating directly with inventors to define invention scope and range of application. Significant* and recent** experience in advising clients on intellectual property protection options, strategy and related issues. Significant* practical experience in the hands‑on application of expertise in the technical field of the applicant’s degree(s) would also be considered an asset but not required . Significant* practical experience in the negotiation and drafting of licensing agreements,



and IP‑related provisions in collaboration agreements and research services agreements would also be considered an asset but not required . * Significant is defined as at least 2 to 6 years of experience. ** Recent is defined as within the last five years. Basic – a basic understanding of the knowledge area is required. The level of knowledge may be acquired through relatively brief (six months or less) training or through regular exposure. Solid – a solid working level knowledge is required. The level of knowledge is used by fully qualified individuals to solve day‑to‑day problems and address normal issues. Advanced – in‑depth knowledge (detailed and focused) & or broad (extensive) knowledge of the subject area. The knowledge is used to solve new problems and/or issues. Management services - Client focus (Level 2) Management services - Communication (Level 3) Management services - Initiative (Level 2) Technology extension - Self‑knowing and self‑development (Level 3) Technology extension - Results orientation (Level 2) This position is classified as a Research Council Officer (RCO), a group that is unique to the NRC. The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO‑3 or RCO‑4 level, which is an intermediate to senior‑career with a salary range of $119,688 to $168,192. NOTE: Please note that the full RO/RCO salary scale has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RCO salary scale (i.E. above or below the intended level for this position). NRC employees enjoy a wide‑range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well‑being throughout your career and beyond. Notes Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives. Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application. The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times. Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (25013), to: #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Intellectual Property Advisor - C$119,688 - C$168,192 A Year (Ottawa)
🏢 National Research Council
📍 Ottawa