Intellectual Property Employment Contract Template for India

1. Moral Rights Waiver: Waiver of moral rights in jurisdictions where applicable, particularly for creative works

2. Third Party IP: Handling of third-party intellectual property when relevant to employee's work

3. Open Source Software: Specific provisions for handling open source software in tech-focused roles

4. International IP Protection: Additional provisions for international IP protection if company operates globally

5. Publication Rights: Terms regarding academic or professional publication rights, relevant for research positions

6. Consulting Activities: Terms governing external consulting or advisory activities, if permitted

7. Employee Benefits: IP-related benefits such as inventor rewards or royalty sharing

8. Training and Development: Provisions regarding IP-related training and skill development

1. Schedule A - Pre-existing IP: List of employee's pre-existing IP that is excluded from the agreement

2. Schedule B - Job Description: Detailed description of employee's role and responsibilities

3. Schedule C - Compensation Details: Breakdown of salary and any IP-related compensation

4. Schedule D - Approved External Activities: List of pre-approved external activities or commitments

5. Appendix 1 - IP Assignment Form: Standard form for documenting and assigning new IP

6. Appendix 2 - Confidentiality Guidelines: Detailed guidelines for handling confidential information

7. Appendix 3 - IP Reporting Procedures: Procedures for reporting and documenting new IP

8. Appendix 4 - Exit Procedures: IP-related procedures to be followed upon termination