Indiana University
Director of Technology Development (Innovation and Commercial Leader)
Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Overview
Director of Technology Development (Innovation and Commercial Leader)
at Indiana University (IU) leads the Innovation and Commercialization Office (ICO) technology development activities, guiding partnerships between IU inventors, industry, and external collaborators to accelerate the transfer of university discoveries to the market. The role works across ICO and IU Research Offices to support a continuous workflow in intellectual property development, technology transfer, and commercialization, while engaging with faculty, research centers, and institutes to promote learning opportunities in technology development. Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day activities and processes related to faculty engagement for technology development, patenting, and research commercialization strategy. Oversee technology transfer processes, including increases in invention disclosures, provisional patent drafting, patenting, faculty outreach, technology market evaluation, and stage-gate evaluation of technologies. Evaluate industry technology markets and early-stage technologies; draft technology marketing materials; understand intellectual property processes and timelines. Ensure ICO technology development activities are integrated and coordinated to support researchers with service-oriented teams focused on innovation and commercialization. Serve diverse stakeholders in developing and commercializing transformational science; collaborate across university departments to create learning opportunities in technology development. Lead ICO training programs (e.g., Faculty Innovation Ambassador Program) and support activities of other research offices (e.g., ORC, ORA). Facilitate clear understanding of intellectual property protections and commercialization processes among university faculty. Develop and implement educational programs for faculty, research scientists, and graduate students on topics related to technology commercialization and innovation planning. Represent the University at state and national meetings concerning technology transfer, commercialization, and intellectual property. General Responsibilities
Contribute to senior leadership teams to formulate strategic planning and high-level operational objectives for Innovation and Commercialization. Establish long-term business plans, objectives, and oversee leadership staff who supervise ICO teams. Address escalated operational issues, including human resources and people management. Drive innovation and excellence; review and create policies and procedures; determine overall budget and review financial proposals with executive leaders. Identify grant and funding opportunities and develop business relationships within the university and with external partners. Stay up-to-date on new Innovation and Commercialization standards, technologies, policies, and procedures; promote adoption across departments and campuses. Oversee Technology Development and Licensing; ensure integrated and coordinated ICO activities that support researchers and commercialization. Support educational programs and initiatives for faculty, researchers, and graduate students related to technology commercialization. Education and Experience
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field Preferred:
Ph.D. or terminal degree in a science-related field Required:
10 years of relevant experience Preferred:
10 years of experience leading or managing intellectual property development, technology transfer, and technology commercialization research; experience in academia, industry, or startups Skills
Effective leadership and team-building skills; strong collaboration and relationship management Excellent judgment, decision-making, and ability to handle confidential information Strong time management, priority setting, and project delivery capabilities Clear and effective written and verbal communication; professional demeanor Ability to manage multiple projects, drive toward successful completions, and coach teams Conflict management and consensus-building abilities; capability to work with diverse stakeholders including faculty, administrators, patent law firms, and industry partners Understanding of federal/state IP laws, stage-gate processes, and technology transfer concepts Strong data management and analytical skills; ability to develop market assessments and technology marketing materials Benefits and Employment Details
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Employment type: Full-time; Strategic career level; Exempt from FLSA IU offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition subsidies, paid holidays and time off, and more. For full details, review the IU Benefit Programs. Equal Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See IU’s Notice of Non-Discrimination for details. Application Notes
Application window: This posting may close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date, but will remain open for at least 5 business days for full consideration. You may include a cover letter with your resume when uploading attachments. Referral notices: Referrals may increase your chances of interviewing.
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Director of Technology Development (Innovation and Commercial Leader)
at Indiana University (IU) leads the Innovation and Commercialization Office (ICO) technology development activities, guiding partnerships between IU inventors, industry, and external collaborators to accelerate the transfer of university discoveries to the market. The role works across ICO and IU Research Offices to support a continuous workflow in intellectual property development, technology transfer, and commercialization, while engaging with faculty, research centers, and institutes to promote learning opportunities in technology development. Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day activities and processes related to faculty engagement for technology development, patenting, and research commercialization strategy. Oversee technology transfer processes, including increases in invention disclosures, provisional patent drafting, patenting, faculty outreach, technology market evaluation, and stage-gate evaluation of technologies. Evaluate industry technology markets and early-stage technologies; draft technology marketing materials; understand intellectual property processes and timelines. Ensure ICO technology development activities are integrated and coordinated to support researchers with service-oriented teams focused on innovation and commercialization. Serve diverse stakeholders in developing and commercializing transformational science; collaborate across university departments to create learning opportunities in technology development. Lead ICO training programs (e.g., Faculty Innovation Ambassador Program) and support activities of other research offices (e.g., ORC, ORA). Facilitate clear understanding of intellectual property protections and commercialization processes among university faculty. Develop and implement educational programs for faculty, research scientists, and graduate students on topics related to technology commercialization and innovation planning. Represent the University at state and national meetings concerning technology transfer, commercialization, and intellectual property. General Responsibilities
Contribute to senior leadership teams to formulate strategic planning and high-level operational objectives for Innovation and Commercialization. Establish long-term business plans, objectives, and oversee leadership staff who supervise ICO teams. Address escalated operational issues, including human resources and people management. Drive innovation and excellence; review and create policies and procedures; determine overall budget and review financial proposals with executive leaders. Identify grant and funding opportunities and develop business relationships within the university and with external partners. Stay up-to-date on new Innovation and Commercialization standards, technologies, policies, and procedures; promote adoption across departments and campuses. Oversee Technology Development and Licensing; ensure integrated and coordinated ICO activities that support researchers and commercialization. Support educational programs and initiatives for faculty, researchers, and graduate students related to technology commercialization. Education and Experience
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field Preferred:
Ph.D. or terminal degree in a science-related field Required:
10 years of relevant experience Preferred:
10 years of experience leading or managing intellectual property development, technology transfer, and technology commercialization research; experience in academia, industry, or startups Skills
Effective leadership and team-building skills; strong collaboration and relationship management Excellent judgment, decision-making, and ability to handle confidential information Strong time management, priority setting, and project delivery capabilities Clear and effective written and verbal communication; professional demeanor Ability to manage multiple projects, drive toward successful completions, and coach teams Conflict management and consensus-building abilities; capability to work with diverse stakeholders including faculty, administrators, patent law firms, and industry partners Understanding of federal/state IP laws, stage-gate processes, and technology transfer concepts Strong data management and analytical skills; ability to develop market assessments and technology marketing materials Benefits and Employment Details
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Employment type: Full-time; Strategic career level; Exempt from FLSA IU offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition subsidies, paid holidays and time off, and more. For full details, review the IU Benefit Programs. Equal Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See IU’s Notice of Non-Discrimination for details. Application Notes
Application window: This posting may close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date, but will remain open for at least 5 business days for full consideration. You may include a cover letter with your resume when uploading attachments. Referral notices: Referrals may increase your chances of interviewing.
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