University Industry Demonstration Partnership
Senior Licensing Associate/Licensing Associate
University Industry Demonstration Partnership, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115
The Senior Licensing Associate/Licensing Associate will work under the direction of the Director of Licensing for the KU Center for Technology Commercialization (KUCTC), which serves all KU campuses, including the KU Medical Center in Kansas City. The mission of the KUCTC is to manage discoveries and innovations made from research so that they may have greater impact, benefit the public, and promote economic development. The Senior Licensing Associate/Licensing Associate is generally responsible for sourcing, reviewing, and managing invention disclosures; maintaining relationships with faculty, assisting in protecting and marketing innovations; and negotiating contracts relating to commercialization efforts as well as other duties and responsibilities commensurate with a more seasoned level of experience.
Organization: The University of Kansas Title: Senior Licensing Associate/Licensing Associate-Physical Science background preferred Salary range: $84,000-$115,000 commensurate with experience Work environment & Location: Hybrid-Must reside locally to either Kansas City or Lawrence. One day per week minimum in office, occasionally more will be required. Remote may be considered with on site at least 4 days/month (at employee’s expense and limited to certain states). Visa Sponsorship: Will be considered
Job Duties Innovation Management
Establish and maintain relationships with researchers, educate KU faculty about intellectual property and technology transfer.
Review, research and assess new discoveries and innovations for potential commercial value, patentability, marketability, and technical understanding.
Advise researchers and make decisions on patent prosecution and copyright protection; assist in development of IP protection strategies and management of KU’s IP portfolio.
Manage portfolio of IP assets and corresponding relationships with researchers; provide feedback and assist researchers in navigating the patent process; help researchers seek additional funding and resources to further develop KU innovations and discoveries.
Coordinate and participate in faculty outreach efforts for KUCTC licensing team.
Coordinate KUCTC’s process for evaluating KU innovations.
Mentor and advise junior members of the Licensing Team / manage KUCTC internship program.
Represent KUCTC in seminars and other educational events at KU as well as in Kansas and the Kansas City region.
Collaborate with college and departments to support a culture of innovation across KU’s campuses.
Business Development
Prepare non-confidential summaries for marketing.
Identify and engage companies and individuals in commercialization discussions.
Coordinate with KUCTC marketing staff to post marketing or promotional materials on KUCTC website and through other communication channels.
Assist KUCTC marketing staff in contacting and distributing marketing materials to targeted companies and individuals.
Represent KU at local, regional, and national partnering and business development events.
License Technologies to Startups and Existing Companies
Develop terms and conditions for research collaboration and licensing opportunities.
Negotiate licenses and other contracts with existing companies, startups, and other partners.
Operations & Compliance
Data entry and use of technology transfer data management system.
Coordinate and assist other KUCTC staff with technology transfer tasks.
Familiarity with Bayh‑Dole Act and assists in ensuring compliance and reporting through US Government’s iEdison system.
Other
Participate in professional development and training opportunities.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, physical science, engineering or related field or law degree with experience in patent law.
One year of IP evaluation, technology development, and/or technology commercialization experience.
3‑5 years of academic technology transfer, business development, commercialization experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree (MS, PhD or equivalent) highly preferred. Law degree with experience in patent law acceptable.
Experience in market research, technical analysis, technical writing, business development, and licensing.
Six years of academic technology transfer, business development, commercialization experience.
Experience working in or with startup companies a plus.
Contact Qualified for this Position? We welcome your interest, referrals, and nominations for this position. Interested applicants should send a detailed resume and any questions to:
Lisa Rooney, Recruiter lisa@gardnerisp.com
Gardner Innovation Search Partners has been retained to manage this search.
University of Kansas Diversity Statement: “At the University of Kansas, we celebrate and value differences in perspectives, experiences and cultures. They strengthen and enrich the educational and work life experience across our campuses and the communities in which we serve. KU provides a variety of services and resources designed to promote diversity, equal opportunity, equitable access, engaged learning and inclusion.”
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Organization: The University of Kansas Title: Senior Licensing Associate/Licensing Associate-Physical Science background preferred Salary range: $84,000-$115,000 commensurate with experience Work environment & Location: Hybrid-Must reside locally to either Kansas City or Lawrence. One day per week minimum in office, occasionally more will be required. Remote may be considered with on site at least 4 days/month (at employee’s expense and limited to certain states). Visa Sponsorship: Will be considered
Job Duties Innovation Management
Establish and maintain relationships with researchers, educate KU faculty about intellectual property and technology transfer.
Review, research and assess new discoveries and innovations for potential commercial value, patentability, marketability, and technical understanding.
Advise researchers and make decisions on patent prosecution and copyright protection; assist in development of IP protection strategies and management of KU’s IP portfolio.
Manage portfolio of IP assets and corresponding relationships with researchers; provide feedback and assist researchers in navigating the patent process; help researchers seek additional funding and resources to further develop KU innovations and discoveries.
Coordinate and participate in faculty outreach efforts for KUCTC licensing team.
Coordinate KUCTC’s process for evaluating KU innovations.
Mentor and advise junior members of the Licensing Team / manage KUCTC internship program.
Represent KUCTC in seminars and other educational events at KU as well as in Kansas and the Kansas City region.
Collaborate with college and departments to support a culture of innovation across KU’s campuses.
Business Development
Prepare non-confidential summaries for marketing.
Identify and engage companies and individuals in commercialization discussions.
Coordinate with KUCTC marketing staff to post marketing or promotional materials on KUCTC website and through other communication channels.
Assist KUCTC marketing staff in contacting and distributing marketing materials to targeted companies and individuals.
Represent KU at local, regional, and national partnering and business development events.
License Technologies to Startups and Existing Companies
Develop terms and conditions for research collaboration and licensing opportunities.
Negotiate licenses and other contracts with existing companies, startups, and other partners.
Operations & Compliance
Data entry and use of technology transfer data management system.
Coordinate and assist other KUCTC staff with technology transfer tasks.
Familiarity with Bayh‑Dole Act and assists in ensuring compliance and reporting through US Government’s iEdison system.
Other
Participate in professional development and training opportunities.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, physical science, engineering or related field or law degree with experience in patent law.
One year of IP evaluation, technology development, and/or technology commercialization experience.
3‑5 years of academic technology transfer, business development, commercialization experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree (MS, PhD or equivalent) highly preferred. Law degree with experience in patent law acceptable.
Experience in market research, technical analysis, technical writing, business development, and licensing.
Six years of academic technology transfer, business development, commercialization experience.
Experience working in or with startup companies a plus.
Contact Qualified for this Position? We welcome your interest, referrals, and nominations for this position. Interested applicants should send a detailed resume and any questions to:
Lisa Rooney, Recruiter lisa@gardnerisp.com
Gardner Innovation Search Partners has been retained to manage this search.
University of Kansas Diversity Statement: “At the University of Kansas, we celebrate and value differences in perspectives, experiences and cultures. They strengthen and enrich the educational and work life experience across our campuses and the communities in which we serve. KU provides a variety of services and resources designed to promote diversity, equal opportunity, equitable access, engaged learning and inclusion.”
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