Technology Licensing Officer
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Position Information Requisition Number S3885P Home Org Name The Intellectual Property Exchange Division Name VP for Research and Economic Dev Position Title Technology Licensing Officer Job Class Code HC95 Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term No Limited Term Length Job Summary Auburn University’s Office of the Sr. Vice President for Research and Economic Development is actively recruiting applications for the position of Technology Licensing Officer. This position will primarily be responsible for managing the commercialization of University’s life sciences intellectual property portfolio with the opportunity to help manage select cases in the physical sciences portfolio as well. The Technology Licensing Officer will focus on research, assessment, and marketing of University IP, negotiating the terms of technology commercialization deals, monitoring licensee performance and obligations, and engagement with faculty and students to support technology transfer and entrepreneurial activities on campus and commercialization of their inventions.
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A Place for Everyone: We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, and we celebrate our unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. When you work at Auburn, you’re a part of a rich tapestry of individuals who bring their authentic selves to the table to create a welcoming and engaging university community. Essential Functions Identifies and assesses new technology commercialization opportunities arising from Auburn to include, evaluating the commercial potential by identifying new uses, market segments, market size, and competing technologies using personal knowledge of emerging technology, information from experts, and on-line databases.
Synthesizes relevant information, performs and initiates technical background and commercial market research. Makes recommendations on marketing and licensing strategies for technologies in the AU portfolio. Prepares non-confidential descriptions of technologies, and markets technologies to identify potential licensing opportunities and alternative applications.
Assists with the development of intellectual property protection strategies including patenting when appropriate. Manages on- going patent prosecution with outside patent counsel to assure the patent strategy is followed; expenses are controlled; and patent, copyright, trademark, and other IP rights are appropriately protected. Interfaces with inventors as patent claims are prosecuted. Analyzes the impact of proposed and allowed patent claims on the commercialization opportunity.
Manages and maintains on-going relationships with licensees, monitors the diligence of licensee towards commercializing the licensed technology, negotiates license amendments as needed, and addresses matters of contract compliance to ensure compliance with IPX and AU procedures and policies.
Develops positive relationships with inventors with the intention of identifying attractive AU technologies for licensing to start-up or established companies. Engages with companies to determine their needs and identifies applicable AU technologies for licensing and/or potential AU researchers to perform industry- sponsored research.
Offers guidance to research faculty on important research and technology innovation needs sought by industry and government entities as well as trends in specific fields of research. Provides feedback and suggestions to principal investigators on their extramural proposals with the goal of increasing such proposals’ competitiveness especially with regards to creating innovative scientific and technical solutions.
Educates stakeholders about the commercialization of research process. Advises University inventors and potential industry licensees regarding University intellectual property policies and related technology commercialization issues. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Business, Engineering, Bio-Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
3 years of experience in one or more the following: negotiating technology licenses or business contracts; developing and implementing commercialization strategies; market research, technical analysis, technical writing; or experience in IP (especially patents) evaluation. Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Relevant knowledge of sciences or experience working with scientists across various disciplines(preference to physical sciences, life sciences, agriculture sciences, high-tech, engineering or advanced materials); research techniques.
Basic knowledge of marketing, commercialization strategies and deal structuring; technical analysis; technical writing; and basic intellectual property (IP) protection procedures.
Knowledge and experience in drafting and negotiating minor business contracts including technology option and license agreements. Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications
* Experience in higher education environment, as well as effectively collaborating with a wide variety of industry and legal professional is desired.
* Certified Licensing Professional
* Registered Technology Transfer Professional
Posting Detail Information Salary Range $79,800 - $143,600 Job Category Research Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 08/22/2024 Closing Date EEO Statement Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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5. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Business, Engineering, Bio- Engineering, or Chemical Engineering?
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6. * Do you have 3 years of experience in one or more the following: negotiating technology licenses or business contracts; developing and implementing commercialization strategies; market research, technical analysis, technical writing; or experience in IP (especially patents) evaluation?
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