Auburn University
Sr Technology Licensing Officer
Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, us, 36831
Position Details
Requisition Number : S3874P
Home Org Name : The Intellectual Property Exchange
Division Name : VP for Research and Economic Dev
Position Title : Sr Technology Licensing Officer
Job Class Code : HC96
Appointment Status : Full-time
Limited Term : No
Job Summary : Auburn University’s Office of the Sr. Vice President of Research and Economic Development is accepting applications for the position of
Senior Technology Licensing Officer . This position uses intellectual property, technology licensing, transfer concepts, and organization objectives to resolve the most complex issues with organization wide impact. Works on complex issues with little or no precedent where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Works with faculty to determine developmental strategies for technologies and pathways for protection, as well as formulates patent strategies and coordinates with external patent counsel.
Auburn University
is more than just an institution; it’s a vibrant community where real people come together to make a difference. Our commitment to students, employees, communities, and our world runs deep, and it’s reflected in every corner of our campus and beyond.
Life-Changing Impact : At Auburn, our work changes lives. Whether it’s groundbreaking research, innovative teaching, administrative operations or community outreach, every effort contributes to positive change. We’re not just clocking in; we’re making a lasting difference in the lives of others.
How We Support You : Auburn cares for its greatest assets—its employees. Generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a supportive work environment make it a place where you can thrive. From health insurance to retirement plans, we’ve got you covered. Learn more about how we support employees by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn
Come and Stay : The median length of employment for an Auburn employee is
10 years . That’s because Auburn invests in its people. We’re not a revolving door; we’re a family. The Auburn Family. We grow together, learn together, and build lasting relationships.
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, including 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 online databases. Conducts patent searches and freedom to operate for new technologies.
Synthesizes relevant information and independently develops 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. Negotiates license deal terms including equity terms and conditions, when appropriate.
Leads business development and/or special project activities such as determining patent strategies for new inventions. Assist the Director of Commercialization in non-management strategic activities.
Formulates intellectual property protection strategies, including patenting when appropriate. Manages ongoing patent prosecution with outside patent counsel to assure the patent strategy is followed. Analyzes the impact of proposed and allowed patent claims on the commercialization opportunity.
Manages and maintains ongoing relationships with licensees; monitors the diligence of licensees 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. Engages in activities that promote or develop and enhance the formation of startup companies from AU technologies.
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 regard to creating innovative scientific and technical solutions.
Educates stakeholders about the commercialization of the research process. Advises University inventors and potential industry licensees regarding University intellectual property policies and related technology commercialization issues.
Works with IPX’s Commercialization Intern Program and supervises the interns’ work on specific commercialization projects.
Minimum Qualifications :Bachelor’s degree and 7 years’ experience in one or more of 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.
OR Master’s degree and 5 years’ experience in one or more of 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.
OR PhD and 3 years’ experience in one or more of 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.
Desired Qualifications :A degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Business, Engineering, Bio-Engineering, or Chemical Engineering is desired.
Experience in a higher education environment, as well as effectively collaborating with a wide variety of industry and legal professionals is desired.
Certified Licensing Specialist Professional.
Registered Technology Transfer Professional.
Salary Range : $92,400-$175,600
Job Category : Other
City position is located in : Auburn, Alabama
Posting Date : 08/14/2024
Closing Date : [Insert Closing Date]
EEO Statement : AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website
to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants : Provide 3 references.
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Requisition Number : S3874P
Home Org Name : The Intellectual Property Exchange
Division Name : VP for Research and Economic Dev
Position Title : Sr Technology Licensing Officer
Job Class Code : HC96
Appointment Status : Full-time
Limited Term : No
Job Summary : Auburn University’s Office of the Sr. Vice President of Research and Economic Development is accepting applications for the position of
Senior Technology Licensing Officer . This position uses intellectual property, technology licensing, transfer concepts, and organization objectives to resolve the most complex issues with organization wide impact. Works on complex issues with little or no precedent where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Works with faculty to determine developmental strategies for technologies and pathways for protection, as well as formulates patent strategies and coordinates with external patent counsel.
Auburn University
is more than just an institution; it’s a vibrant community where real people come together to make a difference. Our commitment to students, employees, communities, and our world runs deep, and it’s reflected in every corner of our campus and beyond.
Life-Changing Impact : At Auburn, our work changes lives. Whether it’s groundbreaking research, innovative teaching, administrative operations or community outreach, every effort contributes to positive change. We’re not just clocking in; we’re making a lasting difference in the lives of others.
How We Support You : Auburn cares for its greatest assets—its employees. Generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a supportive work environment make it a place where you can thrive. From health insurance to retirement plans, we’ve got you covered. Learn more about how we support employees by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn
Come and Stay : The median length of employment for an Auburn employee is
10 years . That’s because Auburn invests in its people. We’re not a revolving door; we’re a family. The Auburn Family. We grow together, learn together, and build lasting relationships.
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, including 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 online databases. Conducts patent searches and freedom to operate for new technologies.
Synthesizes relevant information and independently develops 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. Negotiates license deal terms including equity terms and conditions, when appropriate.
Leads business development and/or special project activities such as determining patent strategies for new inventions. Assist the Director of Commercialization in non-management strategic activities.
Formulates intellectual property protection strategies, including patenting when appropriate. Manages ongoing patent prosecution with outside patent counsel to assure the patent strategy is followed. Analyzes the impact of proposed and allowed patent claims on the commercialization opportunity.
Manages and maintains ongoing relationships with licensees; monitors the diligence of licensees 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. Engages in activities that promote or develop and enhance the formation of startup companies from AU technologies.
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 regard to creating innovative scientific and technical solutions.
Educates stakeholders about the commercialization of the research process. Advises University inventors and potential industry licensees regarding University intellectual property policies and related technology commercialization issues.
Works with IPX’s Commercialization Intern Program and supervises the interns’ work on specific commercialization projects.
Minimum Qualifications :Bachelor’s degree and 7 years’ experience in one or more of 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.
OR Master’s degree and 5 years’ experience in one or more of 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.
OR PhD and 3 years’ experience in one or more of 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.
Desired Qualifications :A degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Business, Engineering, Bio-Engineering, or Chemical Engineering is desired.
Experience in a higher education environment, as well as effectively collaborating with a wide variety of industry and legal professionals is desired.
Certified Licensing Specialist Professional.
Registered Technology Transfer Professional.
Salary Range : $92,400-$175,600
Job Category : Other
City position is located in : Auburn, Alabama
Posting Date : 08/14/2024
Closing Date : [Insert Closing Date]
EEO Statement : AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website
to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants : Provide 3 references.
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