Work for KTN: Knowledge Transfer Adviser – North Scotland
The Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) currently has a vacancy for a Knowledge Transfer Advisor.
The Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) currently has a vacancy for a Knowledge Transfer Advisor, the key purpose of this role is to facilitate knowledge transfer and innovation linkages between UK business and the UK research base (Universities, RTOs and national facilities), especially via promotion, brokerage, mentoring and support of Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs). The role is an important component of the Innovate UK family’s strategic relationships with the UK research base.
All KTAs have both a local role and a national role, acting as a knowledgeable conduit between the Innovate UK family, the local research base and innovation ecosystem and the national equivalents.  The role will suit an individual who knows how businesses work, and enjoys helping them to work better. This will mean working with many different organisations at a senior level and so a passion for effective translation of science and technology into new and improved products, processes and services in business is vital.