Licensing Manager

Licensing Manager Job ID: 15073 Location: El Paso, TX Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Position Information Hiring Department: Office of Technology Commercialization Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, flexibility on evenings and weekends FLSA status: Exempt Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible. Salary: $60,000 annually Required Application Materials: Resume Cover Letter List of three references Incomplete applications will not be considered. Position Summary The Licensing Manager will work with the Director of Licensing and Commercialization to identify novel inventions for intellectual property protection and seek to commercialize existing intellectual properties. The licensing manager will be involved with license agreements and the identification of interested parties for license agreements. Additionally, the licensing manager will be responsible for researching invention disclosures to identify novelty, patent suitability, and commercialization potential. Essential Functions Work with the Director to understand research activities across UTEP and identify potential IP protection and commercial impact. Help streamline the technology commercialization process for inventors by shepherding invention disclosures, patent applications, marketing collateral, term sheets, options, license agreements, and other necessary elements. Familiarize faculty, staff, and students with technology transfer in terms of purpose, intellectual property, process, and commercialization value. Foster relationships with faculty to make them aware of the commercial potential of their research. Guide inventors through prior art analysis, marketing and licensing opportunities, and interactions with the Office of Technology Commercialization. Conduct technology market analysis to understand novelty of disclosures before applying for IP protections. Work with inventors to determine technology milestones, timelines, and appropriate IP strategies. Conduct marketing and market research to identify potential licensees and contacts. Negotiate various agreements including licenses or options for IP rights and manage ongoing relationships with licensees. Participate in outreach events to promote the Office of Technology Commercialization for commercialization opportunities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and ability to learn institutional software systems. Comply with all State and University policies. Other duties may be assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws. Qualifications Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: Three (3) years of relevant work experience in technology transfer, technology licensing, business development, contract negotiation, or commercial assessment, including contract development in physical sciences or other science-related domains; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in the physical sciences, business, or other scientific-related field. At least 1 year of experience in technology licensing, business development, contract negotiation, or commercial assessment. Experience working with researchers, creators, or technical staff in IP matters in university or comparable setting. Experience with intellectual property, specifically patents. Applicants Should Demonstrate General knowledge of intellectual property law, evaluation, and contracts, especially in a university setting. Experience conducting market research analysis and patent viability to produce reports for pursuing IP. Ability to work collaboratively with researchers or technical staff on IP matters. Team player who uses effective instruction and advice from colleagues. Strong business ethics and service orientation. Strong background in life sciences or biotechnology with experience connecting with industry partners. Superior communication skills, both oral and written. Multi-faceted negotiation skills with clear and succinct communication. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, peers, academics, and external agencies. Self-motivated and outgoing. Benefits Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform. Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long-term disability plans. Retirement Programs. Longevity Pay. Paid Vacation & Sick Leave. Paid Holidays. Employee Discounts & Perks. Employee Education Assistance program. More information on benefits at Benefits Summary Page. Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment. Additional Information The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds. The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator at View phone number on click.appcast.io, by email at View email address on click.appcast.io, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312. For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at View email address on click.appcast.io. How to Apply Apply at #J-18808-Ljbffr Licensing Executives Society