Description
The mission of the Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) is to serve the University and its faculty by commercializing technologies developed within the university system to benefit the public. The Licensing Associate will work collaboratively with other team members to conduct and manage technical, patent, and market research in allocated technology areas. The primary responsibilities for this position will include but not be limited to independently assessing innovation disclosures for commercial potential and protectability; developing commercialization pathways for innovations; negotiating license and option agreements
- Assesses innovation disclosures for commercialization potential.
- Interface with inventors on commercialization pathways.
- Negotiations of licensing and option agreements, including terms and conditions, royalties, and intellectual property rights.
- Cultivates strong relationships with inventors, researchers, industry partners, and legal teams to facilitate technology transfer and licensing.
- Monitors and manages ongoing licensing agreements.
- Interface with Contracts Analyst and Finance team to ensure compliance with agreement.
- Develops marketing strategies to promote licensed technologies and identify potential business development
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in related field. Master’s in science, engineering, biology, ecology, computer science, or related field or Juris Doctorate preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience. Any appropriate combination of relevant education and/or work experience may be considered
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Strong project management skills with proven problem solving abilities
- Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects at once
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work
