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Binghamton University, State University of New York

Technology Transfer Manager

Binghamton University, State University of New York, Binghamton, New York, United States

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Overview

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive. Working at Binghamton University is about flourishing in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities. Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Job Description

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$87,000 - $90,000 The Binghamton University Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Partnerships (EIP) manages economic development, intellectual property rights, and technology transfer activities for Binghamton University, including technology licensing, business incubation programs, entrepreneurship training and support, and innovation initiatives. Technology Transfer Manager

is a key member of the EIP technology transfer unit responsible for advancing Binghamton's physical science and information technology assets from intake to assessment through to securing intellectual property rights protection, marketing, licensing, and translation. The role includes supporting the launch and growth of university spinout companies, including through campus and partner technology commercialization and business incubation resources. Responsibilities include: Work with campus inventors to encourage and facilitate submission of New Technology Disclosures Assess inventions and creative works relative to potential to patent or copyright and to license to company development partners; design and support pathways for commercialization, including via campus spinout companies Advise and educate Binghamton creators regarding intellectual property law, funding agency regulations, and SUNY policies as they apply to ownership, revenue sharing, and management of conflicts of interest Prepare marketing materials and undertake campaigns to present physical science inventions, software, and creative works to potential company commercialization partners Coordinate inventors in working with RF SUNY and outside counsel on patent filings and copyright registrations Guide faculty, staff, and students to resources helpful in translating and commercialization of their inventions and in launching spinouts, including through support from institutional, state, and federal grant programs, as well as university and external technology commercialization and business incubation resources Participate in deploying and delivering EIP programs designed for educating and supporting university inventors in the process of technology translation and commercialization Build and foster relationships with corporate business development teams Draft and negotiate agreements, e.g., options and licenses, nondisclosure, material transfer, intellectual property, and inter-institutional agreements Manage caseload through docketing database (Minuet by Inteum), and utilize additional database platforms used by EIP as appropriate Assist Division of Research relative to compliance function, e.g., in making reports of inventions to government and industry sponsors of research Contribute to EIP funding proposals and implementation of grants awarded Requirements: Bachelor's degree in physical science, natural science, or engineering At least two (2) years of professional work experience in a technology transfer role at a university, in R&D, in a business development group in industry, or other roles related to technology commercialization Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Google Workspace Communication and organizational skills Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team Inquisitive and an active learner Adept at research and analysis Outreach and networking skills Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment Preferred: Master's degree in physical sciences or engineering, an MBA, or a JD At least five (5) years of professional work experience in a technology transfer role at a university with a state or federal agency, in the private sector with startups, incubators or investment firms, or in a business development group in industry Project management experience Contracting experience Experience working with a startup Visa sponsorship is not available for this position Additional Information

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials. Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide current or prior compensation history until a conditional offer of employment with compensation. For inquiries, contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations or visit the provided resources. Payroll information can be found on our website. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer statements and Title IX information are provided for compliance purposes in accordance with university policy. For reasonable accommodation in the application process, please use the provided contact form. Application Instructions: All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange. Deadline information: Internal applicants: Deadline; External applicants: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled. Please submit: Resume, Cover letter, and three professional references. You may add documents after uploading your resume. Access the application site and related resources via the links below. Resume Cover letter Contact information for three professional references Application links and system access: All applicants should use the Interview Exchange portal to apply and manage documents.

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