Singapore Polytechnic

Executive / Senior Executive (Intellectual Property Support)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 25 Dec 2025

What the role is

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The Department of Technology, Innovation & Enterprise (TIE) is seeking a motivated individual to support the management of the institution’s intellectual assets. This role assists in IP documentation, filing coordination, commercialisation support, and administration of research ethic (Institutional Review Board or IRB), contract and legal processes.

What you will be working on

Coordinate patent filing activities, documentation preparation, and communication with patent agents.
Support invention disclosure processing, technology offer preparation, and logistics for training and industry engagement.
Provide administrative support for outreach activities and platforms promoting SP’s technologies.
Assist in handling legal retainer contract management, coordination, documentation, and IRB administration.
Maintain IP records, disclosure systems, and agreement tracking.

What we are looking for

Preferably 1–3 years of experience or basic knowledge in IP management, technology transfer, or legal administration. Fresh graduates with interest welcome.
Strong organisational and coordination abilities with attention to detail.
Good communication and interpersonal skills when working with researchers and external partners.
Qualifications in Science, Engineering, Technology, or related fields are preferred.

About your application process

This job is closing on 25 Dec 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Singapore Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.

About Singapore Polytechnic

As Singapore’s first polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic (SP) prides ourselves in providing the best learning experience for our students in pre-employment and continuing adult education. The mission of SP is to prepare our learners to be life ready, work ready and world ready. Our vision is to be a caring community of inspired learners committed to serving with mastery.

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