Licensing Associate (Intellectual Property)
Licensing Associate (Intellectual Property)
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The Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) has an exciting job opportunity for a Licensing Associate to work at the University of Miami.
Work location: Converge Miami Building
CORE JOB SUMMARY
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.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- 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 opportunities.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelors degree in related field. Masters 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
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
A13Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
