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Indiana University Indianapolis INNOVATION AND COMMERCIALIZATI (UA-ICO-IUINA)
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The Innovation and Commercialization Office (ICO) is responsible for fostering connections between IU inventors and external collaborators and facilitating the transfer of university discoveries to the market. ICO works to establish partnerships between research and industry, provide connections to resources, commercialization guidance, and business engagement.
Indiana University is one of the top research universities in the world, with $732 million in sponsored research annually. Growing transformative research and creativity, innovation, industry engagement, and commercialization are key goals in IU 2030: The Indiana University Strategic Plan.
Innovation commercialization is one of the many ways that Indiana University's research enterprise benefits society. ICO works closely with faculty, industry, and the entrepreneurial community in Indiana to take IU innovations to market.
The technology development team is responsible for outreach to faculty and inventors from across all university campuses. They work closely with inventors to disclose new inventions, draft provisional applications, develop market assessments, draft technology marketing materials, draft commercialization plans, guide inventor responses in patent preparation and prosecution, provide feedback to inventors on gaps required for commercial interest or viable patenting, and provide domain expertise in specific areas of scientific research.
The team also manages targeted IP development grant programs and outreach activities related to increasing faculty engagement and technology disclosure and leads training programs on commercialization and supports the broader university innovation ecosystem.
The Director of Technology Development will support IU intellectual property and technology transfer activities, including faculty outreach and development to increase the intellectual property pipeline and acceleration of the commercialization of IU intellectual property. The incumbent will work across ICO teams and IU Research Offices to support a continuity of workflow.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Manages day to day activities and processes related to faculty engagement for technology development, patenting, and research commercialization strategy development. Oversees technology transfer processes, including but not limited to increasing invention disclosures, provisional patent drafting, patenting, faculty outreach, technology market evaluation, and stage gate evaluation of technologies. Evaluates industry technology markets, early-stage technologies, drafts technology marketing materials, and has a firm understanding of intellectual property processes and timelines. Ensures that the ICO technology development activities are integrated and coordinated so that researchers are supported by service-oriented employees responsible for promoting innovation and commercialization. Serves diverse stakeholders in developing and commercializing transformational science. Collaborates across the university with stakeholders, including academic departments, research centers, and institutes, to identify areas to create effective learning opportunities for faculty around technology development. Leads ICO training programs, such as the Faculty Innovation Ambassador Program. Supports the activities other research offices, such as the Office of Research Compliance (ORC) and the Office or Research Administration (ORA). Facilitates a clear understanding of intellectual property among the university faculty on how inventions and technologies are protected and commercialized. Develops and implements educational programs and initiatives for faculty, research scientists, and graduate students on topics related to technology commercialization and innovation planning. Represents the University at state and national level meetings concerning technology transfer, commercialization, and intellectual property.
General Responsibilities
Provides highest level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members to define innovation and commercialization methodologies and standards; provides direction and guidance on innovation and commercialization Establishes short-term business plans and long-term operational objectives, including managing timelines/deliverables and developing Conducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance management, and dismissal Manages high level assignments and allocation of resources, including negotiating and coordinating initiatives that involve staff in other departments/areas/teams; may coordinate large-scale programs with a wide audiences in support of academic initiatives Works collaboratively across the university with stakeholders, including academic departments, research centers, and institutes, to identify areas to create effective learning opportunities for faculty around technology development Support educational programs and initiatives for faculty, research scientists, and graduate students on topics related to technology commercialization and innovation planning Support faculty innovation by developing and maintaining simple and clear processes that support inventors
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree in a science related field
Preferred
Ph.D or Terminal degree in a science related field (mathematics, biology, chemistry, or physical sciences highly desired)
Required
WORK EXPERIENCE
7 years of relevant experience
Preferred
10 years of experience in leading or managing intellectual property development, technology transfer, and technology commercialization research Experience in stewarding intellectual property with industry, non-profits, and universities Technology transfer experience in an academic setting Experience as an entrepreneur in a technology based start-up Experience in successful commercialization of university-based discoveries
Skills
Required
Instills commitment to organizational goals Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision-making skills Effective conflict management skills Builds and manages effective teams Demonstrates problem solving skills Strong verbal communication and listening skills Proficient communication skills Maintains a high degree of professionalism Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Excellent organizational skills Excellent collaboration and team building skills Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback
Preferred
Demonstrates understanding of federal and state laws regarding intellectual property and technology transfer. Demonstrates experience in academic scientific research and innovation. Demonstrates experience of the patenting process, timelines, strategies, and costs. Demonstrates understanding of the stage gate process. Team-oriented strategist. Ability to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and sometimes competing constituencies. Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with faculty, which includes encouraging faculty to disclose IU-generated intellectual property and to participate in aspects of the commercialization process. Ability to work on multiple tasks at the same time and under time constraints. Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and tact while maintaining confidentiality. Strong data management skills. Excellent interpersonal/communication skills. Ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, university administrators, patent law firms, and potential industrial partners. Demonstrates competence in driving consensus and building effective teams and mentoring junior staff.
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Indianapolis, Indiana
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Career Level: Sr. Operational
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Research
Job Family: Innovation & Commercialization
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
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Indiana University Indianapolis Director of Technology Development (Innovation & Commercial Leader) 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Director of Technology Development (Innovation & Commercial Leader)
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Indiana University Indianapolis INNOVATION AND COMMERCIALIZATI (UA-ICO-IUINA)
If you are considering sending an application, make sure to hit the apply button below after reading through the entire description.
The Innovation and Commercialization Office (ICO) is responsible for fostering connections between IU inventors and external collaborators and facilitating the transfer of university discoveries to the market. ICO works to establish partnerships between research and industry, provide connections to resources, commercialization guidance, and business engagement.
Indiana University is one of the top research universities in the world, with $732 million in sponsored research annually. Growing transformative research and creativity, innovation, industry engagement, and commercialization are key goals in IU 2030: The Indiana University Strategic Plan.
Innovation commercialization is one of the many ways that Indiana University's research enterprise benefits society. ICO works closely with faculty, industry, and the entrepreneurial community in Indiana to take IU innovations to market.
The technology development team is responsible for outreach to faculty and inventors from across all university campuses. They work closely with inventors to disclose new inventions, draft provisional applications, develop market assessments, draft technology marketing materials, draft commercialization plans, guide inventor responses in patent preparation and prosecution, provide feedback to inventors on gaps required for commercial interest or viable patenting, and provide domain expertise in specific areas of scientific research.
The team also manages targeted IP development grant programs and outreach activities related to increasing faculty engagement and technology disclosure and leads training programs on commercialization and supports the broader university innovation ecosystem.
The Director of Technology Development will support IU intellectual property and technology transfer activities, including faculty outreach and development to increase the intellectual property pipeline and acceleration of the commercialization of IU intellectual property. The incumbent will work across ICO teams and IU Research Offices to support a continuity of workflow.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Manages day to day activities and processes related to faculty engagement for technology development, patenting, and research commercialization strategy development. Oversees technology transfer processes, including but not limited to increasing invention disclosures, provisional patent drafting, patenting, faculty outreach, technology market evaluation, and stage gate evaluation of technologies. Evaluates industry technology markets, early-stage technologies, drafts technology marketing materials, and has a firm understanding of intellectual property processes and timelines. Ensures that the ICO technology development activities are integrated and coordinated so that researchers are supported by service-oriented employees responsible for promoting innovation and commercialization. Serves diverse stakeholders in developing and commercializing transformational science. Collaborates across the university with stakeholders, including academic departments, research centers, and institutes, to identify areas to create effective learning opportunities for faculty around technology development. Leads ICO training programs, such as the Faculty Innovation Ambassador Program. Supports the activities other research offices, such as the Office of Research Compliance (ORC) and the Office or Research Administration (ORA). Facilitates a clear understanding of intellectual property among the university faculty on how inventions and technologies are protected and commercialized. Develops and implements educational programs and initiatives for faculty, research scientists, and graduate students on topics related to technology commercialization and innovation planning. Represents the University at state and national level meetings concerning technology transfer, commercialization, and intellectual property.
General Responsibilities
Provides highest level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members to define innovation and commercialization methodologies and standards; provides direction and guidance on innovation and commercialization Establishes short-term business plans and long-term operational objectives, including managing timelines/deliverables and developing Conducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance management, and dismissal Manages high level assignments and allocation of resources, including negotiating and coordinating initiatives that involve staff in other departments/areas/teams; may coordinate large-scale programs with a wide audiences in support of academic initiatives Works collaboratively across the university with stakeholders, including academic departments, research centers, and institutes, to identify areas to create effective learning opportunities for faculty around technology development Support educational programs and initiatives for faculty, research scientists, and graduate students on topics related to technology commercialization and innovation planning Support faculty innovation by developing and maintaining simple and clear processes that support inventors
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree in a science related field
Preferred
Ph.D or Terminal degree in a science related field (mathematics, biology, chemistry, or physical sciences highly desired)
Required
WORK EXPERIENCE
7 years of relevant experience
Preferred
10 years of experience in leading or managing intellectual property development, technology transfer, and technology commercialization research Experience in stewarding intellectual property with industry, non-profits, and universities Technology transfer experience in an academic setting Experience as an entrepreneur in a technology based start-up Experience in successful commercialization of university-based discoveries
Skills
Required
Instills commitment to organizational goals Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision-making skills Effective conflict management skills Builds and manages effective teams Demonstrates problem solving skills Strong verbal communication and listening skills Proficient communication skills Maintains a high degree of professionalism Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Excellent organizational skills Excellent collaboration and team building skills Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback
Preferred
Demonstrates understanding of federal and state laws regarding intellectual property and technology transfer. Demonstrates experience in academic scientific research and innovation. Demonstrates experience of the patenting process, timelines, strategies, and costs. Demonstrates understanding of the stage gate process. Team-oriented strategist. Ability to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and sometimes competing constituencies. Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with faculty, which includes encouraging faculty to disclose IU-generated intellectual property and to participate in aspects of the commercialization process. Ability to work on multiple tasks at the same time and under time constraints. Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and tact while maintaining confidentiality. Strong data management skills. Excellent interpersonal/communication skills. Ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, university administrators, patent law firms, and potential industrial partners. Demonstrates competence in driving consensus and building effective teams and mentoring junior staff.
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Indianapolis, Indiana
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Career Level: Sr. Operational
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Research
Job Family: Innovation & Commercialization
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234Seniority level
Seniority levelNot Applicable Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionEngineering and Information Technology IndustriesHigher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Indiana University Indianapolis by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Technology Development” roles. Indianapolis, IN $161,000.00-$200,000.00 1 month ago Associate Director - Digital Engineering Solutions Indianapolis, IN $118,500.00-$173,800.00 1 week ago Indianapolis, IN $118,500.00-$173,800.00 5 days ago Indianapolis, IN $142,500.00-$253,000.00 17 hours ago Program Director – Architectural Engineering (Multi-Family)Director II, Technology: Cyber Defense and Security AnalyticsAssociate Director - Digital Engineering Solutions Indianapolis, IN $118,500.00-$173,800.00 3 days ago Indianapolis, IN $118,500.00-$173,800.00 2 weeks ago Associate Director - Corporate Mechanical Engineering Indianapolis, IN $118,500.00-$191,400.00 2 weeks ago Indianapolis, IN $142,500.00-$253,000.00 2 weeks ago Associate Director - Corporate Mechanical Engineering Indianapolis, IN $118,500.00-$191,400.00 18 hours ago Director - Engineering - Formulations Development - BR&D Indianapolis, IN $120,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks ago Director - Engineering - Formulations Development - BR&D Indianapolis, IN $142,500.00-$253,000.00 1 week ago Director of Digital Health and Technology Indianapolis, IN $100,000.00-$120,000.00 4 weeks ago Manager of Technology Development, Computing, and Intelligent Systems (Innovation and Commercialization Specialist) Indianapolis, IN $124,500.00-$182,600.00 2 weeks ago Indianapolis, IN $124,500.00-$182,600.00 1 week ago Principal Scientist, TSMS Small Molecule Synthesis - ADN RAMP TeamPrincipal Scientist, TSMS Small Molecule Synthesis - ADN RAMP Team Indianapolis, IN $64,500.00-$167,200.00 18 hours ago Manager/Director - International Tax Services/Transfer Pricing Indianapolis, IN $118,000.00-$224,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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