Oregon State University
Licensing Officer
The Licensing Officer is responsible for cultivating and sustaining deep relationships with university faculty and staff creators and developers of innovations in the College of Engineering. Working closely with the Licensing and IP Management team and Capital and Translation team within Innovation and Commercialization, the Licensing Officer will be a trusted advisor to faculty and staff creators in the areas of technology licensing and commercialization. This role includes identifying university-owned innovations with commercial applications, evaluating the business case for these innovations, preparing non-confidential summaries for marketing purposes, supporting the development and implementation of specific marketing strategies for these innovations, and participating in negotiation of license and option agreements with new and existing partners. The ideal candidate: Will be a visionary and inspiring team member who is committed to fostering an innovative and high performing culture. Has the ability to work in a complex organization and further the goals and objectives of innovation and commercialization at The Ohio State University. Is process and metrics oriented and is committed to continuous improvement. Embraces data-driven decision-making. Acts with urgency in all stakeholder interactions. Is self-motivated, an effective verbal and written communicator, has executive presence, and demonstrates high emotional intelligence. Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree 4 years of relevant experience in technology licensing, commercialization, translational research, IP management, and/or business development. Desired Qualifications: Doctoral or Professional degree in the field of STEM; 4-8 years of relevant experience. A resume and cover letter are required to be submitted to be considered for this position. Due to U.S. export control regulations governing information, technology, and facilities accessed during the performance of work, applicants must be: (1) U.S. citizens or nationals; (2) permanent residents; (3) asylees or refugees; or (4) individuals otherwise described as "protected individuals" pursuant to Title 8 U.S. Code Section 1324b(a)(3)(b). This position is located in Columbus, Ohio with on-site work. Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Additional Information:
The pay range for this job profile is $88,300-$115,350. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on multiple factors including internal equity, unit's available budget and the selected candidate's qualifications. Join the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK) at The Ohio State University and become a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of discovery and innovation. ERIK positions Ohio State to expand curiosity-driven research and creative expression, further develop our research community of faculty, staff, and students, and grow the innovation ecosystem to address big challenges and improve communities locally and globally. We are seeking passionate individuals who are committed to making a meaningful impact through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. To learn more about our mission and work, please visit
https://erik.osu.edu/ . Location:
Energy Advancement and Innovation Center (1044) Position Type:
Regular Shift:
First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
The Licensing Officer is responsible for cultivating and sustaining deep relationships with university faculty and staff creators and developers of innovations in the College of Engineering. Working closely with the Licensing and IP Management team and Capital and Translation team within Innovation and Commercialization, the Licensing Officer will be a trusted advisor to faculty and staff creators in the areas of technology licensing and commercialization. This role includes identifying university-owned innovations with commercial applications, evaluating the business case for these innovations, preparing non-confidential summaries for marketing purposes, supporting the development and implementation of specific marketing strategies for these innovations, and participating in negotiation of license and option agreements with new and existing partners. The ideal candidate: Will be a visionary and inspiring team member who is committed to fostering an innovative and high performing culture. Has the ability to work in a complex organization and further the goals and objectives of innovation and commercialization at The Ohio State University. Is process and metrics oriented and is committed to continuous improvement. Embraces data-driven decision-making. Acts with urgency in all stakeholder interactions. Is self-motivated, an effective verbal and written communicator, has executive presence, and demonstrates high emotional intelligence. Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree 4 years of relevant experience in technology licensing, commercialization, translational research, IP management, and/or business development. Desired Qualifications: Doctoral or Professional degree in the field of STEM; 4-8 years of relevant experience. A resume and cover letter are required to be submitted to be considered for this position. Due to U.S. export control regulations governing information, technology, and facilities accessed during the performance of work, applicants must be: (1) U.S. citizens or nationals; (2) permanent residents; (3) asylees or refugees; or (4) individuals otherwise described as "protected individuals" pursuant to Title 8 U.S. Code Section 1324b(a)(3)(b). This position is located in Columbus, Ohio with on-site work. Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Additional Information:
The pay range for this job profile is $88,300-$115,350. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on multiple factors including internal equity, unit's available budget and the selected candidate's qualifications. Join the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK) at The Ohio State University and become a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of discovery and innovation. ERIK positions Ohio State to expand curiosity-driven research and creative expression, further develop our research community of faculty, staff, and students, and grow the innovation ecosystem to address big challenges and improve communities locally and globally. We are seeking passionate individuals who are committed to making a meaningful impact through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. To learn more about our mission and work, please visit
https://erik.osu.edu/ . Location:
Energy Advancement and Innovation Center (1044) Position Type:
Regular Shift:
First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.