Dartmouth College
Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager- Life Sciences and Digital Hea
Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire, us, 03755
Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager – Life Sciences and Digital Health
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Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager – Life Sciences and Digital Health
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Position Details
Posting date:
12/19/2025
Closing date:
Open Until Filled
Position Number:
1129502
Position Title:
Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager – Life Sciences and Digital Health
Location:
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility:
Hybrid
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Hourly/Wage:
$129,500 minimum; maximum commensurate with experience
Union Status:
Not a Union Position
Position Purpose Reporting to the Director and collaborating with the Technology Transfer team, Dartmouth researchers, and other colleagues, the
Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager
will manage intellectual property and commercialize research assets in life sciences and digital health. Responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, marketing, and licensing Dartmouth inventions; building relationships with researchers and industry; supporting start‑ups and entrepreneurship; and advancing technology for societal benefit.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree plus 6+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced degree in life sciences or biomedical sciences plus 7+ years’ experience (or equivalent).
Experience in life sciences with a broad technical understanding of biomedical research and commercialization and digital health or healthcare informatics.
7+ years of relevant experience in academic technology transfer, business development at a for-profit, or with licensing and commercialization of IP assets.
Knowledge of patent law and federal regulations pertaining to intellectual property and academic technology transfer.
Passion for development and commercialization of early‑stage technologies for societal benefit.
Strong interpersonal, storytelling, and presentation skills.
Experience structuring, drafting, and negotiating term sheets, options, licenses, and other complex agreements related to IP; excellent negotiation skills.
Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to advancing inventorship and entrepreneurship among underrepresented constituents.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage a diverse group of activities daily.
Highly collaborative, open to diverse approaches to solving complex problems.
Tact, professionalism, and experience working with confidential information.
Ability to clearly communicate legal requirements of federal regulations to researchers and other constituencies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of computer databases and electronic communications software.
Preferred Qualifications
Industry experience.
Experience working with startup companies and/or venture capital.
Extensive network within relevant industries.
Key Accountabilities – Intellectual Property Evaluation and Protection
Builds collaborative relationships with faculty and investigators to encourage invention disclosures.
Identifies, defines, and protects intellectual property, analyzing patentability and coordinates applications and prosecution with outside counsel.
Conducts market research and evaluates the commercial potential of IP assets.
Partners with inventors to design strategies for IP development and commercialization.
Key Accountabilities – Business Development, Industry Engagement, and Commercialization
Works with researchers to design strategies for commercializing licensable IP through industry partnerships and start‑up companies.
Conducts market research and evaluates the potential impact and value of Dartmouth IP.
Identifies and cultivates relationships with industry sponsors, investors, and potential licensees.
Supports new ventures and start‑up activity and collaborates with interior and external partners to support entrepreneurship.
Works strategically with inventors, administrators, attorneys, industry representatives, investors, and community partners to identify market trends and revenue opportunities.
Key Accountabilities – Licensing, Agreements, and Compliance
Structures, drafts, and negotiates term sheets, option and license agreements, and IP provisions in industry‑sponsored research agreements and other IP‑related agreements.
Manages licensed portfolios, monitors active agreements and ensures compliance with contractual obligations, including periodic calls, site visits, and oversight of reports.
Provides guidance on conflicts of interest, export control, and confidentiality issues.
Structures, drafts, and oversees joint IP projects and collaborations with other institutions and partners.
Key Accountabilities – Education and Office Operations
Develops and delivers educational workshops and informational sessions on IP and commercialization for faculty, students, and staff.
Implements policies and strategies for protecting Dartmouth IP and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Participates in professional development to maintain expertise in technology transfer and emerging industry trends.
Contributes to the development of office infrastructure, policies, and procedures to strengthen technology transfer operations.
Maintains accurate records of IP and licensing activities; monitors database integrity and reporting accuracy.
May supervise and work with interns.
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Higher Education
Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants Dartmouth College has a Tobacco‑Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco‑based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy at
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy .
Contact Information Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries: Kyle Hastbacka
Email: kyle.m.hastbacka@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title: Kim Rosenfield, Director, Technology Transfer Office
Phone: (contact phone omitted)
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Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager – Life Sciences and Digital Health
role at
Dartmouth College .
Position Details
Posting date:
12/19/2025
Closing date:
Open Until Filled
Position Number:
1129502
Position Title:
Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager – Life Sciences and Digital Health
Location:
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility:
Hybrid
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Hourly/Wage:
$129,500 minimum; maximum commensurate with experience
Union Status:
Not a Union Position
Position Purpose Reporting to the Director and collaborating with the Technology Transfer team, Dartmouth researchers, and other colleagues, the
Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager
will manage intellectual property and commercialize research assets in life sciences and digital health. Responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, marketing, and licensing Dartmouth inventions; building relationships with researchers and industry; supporting start‑ups and entrepreneurship; and advancing technology for societal benefit.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree plus 6+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced degree in life sciences or biomedical sciences plus 7+ years’ experience (or equivalent).
Experience in life sciences with a broad technical understanding of biomedical research and commercialization and digital health or healthcare informatics.
7+ years of relevant experience in academic technology transfer, business development at a for-profit, or with licensing and commercialization of IP assets.
Knowledge of patent law and federal regulations pertaining to intellectual property and academic technology transfer.
Passion for development and commercialization of early‑stage technologies for societal benefit.
Strong interpersonal, storytelling, and presentation skills.
Experience structuring, drafting, and negotiating term sheets, options, licenses, and other complex agreements related to IP; excellent negotiation skills.
Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to advancing inventorship and entrepreneurship among underrepresented constituents.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage a diverse group of activities daily.
Highly collaborative, open to diverse approaches to solving complex problems.
Tact, professionalism, and experience working with confidential information.
Ability to clearly communicate legal requirements of federal regulations to researchers and other constituencies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of computer databases and electronic communications software.
Preferred Qualifications
Industry experience.
Experience working with startup companies and/or venture capital.
Extensive network within relevant industries.
Key Accountabilities – Intellectual Property Evaluation and Protection
Builds collaborative relationships with faculty and investigators to encourage invention disclosures.
Identifies, defines, and protects intellectual property, analyzing patentability and coordinates applications and prosecution with outside counsel.
Conducts market research and evaluates the commercial potential of IP assets.
Partners with inventors to design strategies for IP development and commercialization.
Key Accountabilities – Business Development, Industry Engagement, and Commercialization
Works with researchers to design strategies for commercializing licensable IP through industry partnerships and start‑up companies.
Conducts market research and evaluates the potential impact and value of Dartmouth IP.
Identifies and cultivates relationships with industry sponsors, investors, and potential licensees.
Supports new ventures and start‑up activity and collaborates with interior and external partners to support entrepreneurship.
Works strategically with inventors, administrators, attorneys, industry representatives, investors, and community partners to identify market trends and revenue opportunities.
Key Accountabilities – Licensing, Agreements, and Compliance
Structures, drafts, and negotiates term sheets, option and license agreements, and IP provisions in industry‑sponsored research agreements and other IP‑related agreements.
Manages licensed portfolios, monitors active agreements and ensures compliance with contractual obligations, including periodic calls, site visits, and oversight of reports.
Provides guidance on conflicts of interest, export control, and confidentiality issues.
Structures, drafts, and oversees joint IP projects and collaborations with other institutions and partners.
Key Accountabilities – Education and Office Operations
Develops and delivers educational workshops and informational sessions on IP and commercialization for faculty, students, and staff.
Implements policies and strategies for protecting Dartmouth IP and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Participates in professional development to maintain expertise in technology transfer and emerging industry trends.
Contributes to the development of office infrastructure, policies, and procedures to strengthen technology transfer operations.
Maintains accurate records of IP and licensing activities; monitors database integrity and reporting accuracy.
May supervise and work with interns.
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Industries
Higher Education
Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants Dartmouth College has a Tobacco‑Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco‑based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy at
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy .
Contact Information Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries: Kyle Hastbacka
Email: kyle.m.hastbacka@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title: Kim Rosenfield, Director, Technology Transfer Office
Phone: (contact phone omitted)
#J-18808-Ljbffr