The University of Tulsa
Director of Technology Commercialization
The University of Tulsa, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States, 74145
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Director of Technology Commercialization
Job Description
Job Summary:The Director of Technology Commercialization is responsible for advocating for and assessing intellectual property and inventions, protecting intellectual property, marketing and licensing or otherwise disposing of intellectual property, and coordinating with university partners. These responsibilities include:
Assist employees and students with identifying, developing, and reporting invention disclosures
Manage intellectual property protection using external legal counsel, reviews the products, verifies their invoices and authorizes them for payment
Serve as Secretary of the TU Intellectual Property Committee
Assist with developing/drafting university intellectual property policy
Negotiate and draft intellectual property license contracts for execution
Maintain iEdison reporting as required for federally funded research inventions
Support the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs in negotiating/reviewing intellectual property terms in research contracts
Negotiate with other entities to develop joint invention agreements when inventorship is shared
Maintain knowledge of current federal regulations regarding invention reporting and protection
Maintain intellectual property documentation and patents
Advise the Vice President for Research and Economic Development on intellectual property and other matters
Streamline and continuously improve the technology transfer function at TU
Perform related responsibilities as required or assigned.
Required Qualifications
Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Strong knowledge of contracts, licensing, and intellectual property protection
Broad technology background
Strong analytical ability to interpret and use complex data, logical and data-driven work style.
Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment, drive projects to completion, and act with a sense of urgency.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and external stakeholders with proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with IP tracking software
Member of AUTM (previously called the ‘Association of University Technology Managers’)
Juris Doctor degree or advanced STEM degree
Physical Demands
Standard physical demands
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S815P
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Advertising Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement Summary
The University of Tulsa seeks to recruit and retain talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Tulsa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. The University does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristic including, but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University of Tulsa is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/ Veteran.
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Position Information
Position Title
Director of Technology Commercialization
Job Description
Job Summary:The Director of Technology Commercialization is responsible for advocating for and assessing intellectual property and inventions, protecting intellectual property, marketing and licensing or otherwise disposing of intellectual property, and coordinating with university partners. These responsibilities include:
Assist employees and students with identifying, developing, and reporting invention disclosures
Manage intellectual property protection using external legal counsel, reviews the products, verifies their invoices and authorizes them for payment
Serve as Secretary of the TU Intellectual Property Committee
Assist with developing/drafting university intellectual property policy
Negotiate and draft intellectual property license contracts for execution
Maintain iEdison reporting as required for federally funded research inventions
Support the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs in negotiating/reviewing intellectual property terms in research contracts
Negotiate with other entities to develop joint invention agreements when inventorship is shared
Maintain knowledge of current federal regulations regarding invention reporting and protection
Maintain intellectual property documentation and patents
Advise the Vice President for Research and Economic Development on intellectual property and other matters
Streamline and continuously improve the technology transfer function at TU
Perform related responsibilities as required or assigned.
Required Qualifications
Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Strong knowledge of contracts, licensing, and intellectual property protection
Broad technology background
Strong analytical ability to interpret and use complex data, logical and data-driven work style.
Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment, drive projects to completion, and act with a sense of urgency.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and external stakeholders with proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with IP tracking software
Member of AUTM (previously called the ‘Association of University Technology Managers’)
Juris Doctor degree or advanced STEM degree
Physical Demands
Standard physical demands
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S815P
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Advertising Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement Summary
The University of Tulsa seeks to recruit and retain talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Tulsa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. The University does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristic including, but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University of Tulsa is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/ Veteran.
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