Job Title: Commercialization Manager #7054
Org: Technology Deployment
Recruiter: Vanessa Van Dyk (Vanessa.VanDyk@inl.gov, 208-526-6325)
Work Location: EROB, Idaho Falls, ID

*To be considered for this position you must apply online at: www.inl.gov/careers

Responsibilities

The role of this position is to assist the Sr. Commercialization Manager in establishing strategic, long-term relationships with external customers and with INL management and technical teams in order to promote access to INL facilities, capabilities and intellectual property in a manner that benefits the American economy and competitiveness.

Under the strategic supervision of a Senior Commercialization Manager, manage assigned portfolio of deployable technology and intellectual property (IP) to advance INL’s nuclear energy mission objectives, which includes:

• Building a strategic portfolio of deployable technologies that support lab-wide and nuclear, energy and environment or national homeland security mission strategies;
• Securing and building strategic intellectual property (IP) assets;
• Identifying the best use of IP and deployable technologies ;
• Providing opinions and valuations on potential IP;
• Developing and carrying out deployment strategies that support lab- wide and nuclear mission strategies;
• Defining and executing marketing strategies for the strategic portfolio of technologies and IP;
• Preparing for, carrying out and representing the company in negotiations in a manner consistent with INL’s mission objectives and Technology Transfer policies;
• Reducing negotiations to professionally written, mutually beneficial agreements;
• Identifying and communicating risks of technology transfer decisions to stakeholders/decision makers within the company;
• Mitigating risks of technology transfer decisions to the extent practical;
• Recommending final agreements for approval and execution;
• Managing the agreement life cycle, e.g., modifications, compliance, performance, termination, etc.;
• Understanding and ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations associated with IP and licenses and related contracts (including conflict of interest and fairness of opportunity); and
• Training INL professionals involved in nuclear mission accomplishment in technology management and intellectual property aspects;

Under the strategic direction of a Senior Commercialization Manager, identify nonfederal technology transfer opportunities and translate such opportunities to working relationships that promote the advancement of INL’s mission, which includes:

• Developing and carrying out nonfederal technology transfer strategies that support energy and environment mission strategies;
• Developing effective working relationships with external customers (including other DOE laboratories, other Battelle organizations, and industry) and with management and technical teams across the INL to enable access to INL facilities and capabilities;
• Preparing for and representing the INL in negotiations in a manner consistent with INL’s mission objectives and policies;
• Reducing negotiations to professionally written, mutually beneficial agreements;
• Recommending final agreements for approval and execution;
• Managing the agreement life cycle, e.g., modifications, termination, close-out, etc.;
• Identifying and communicating risks of nonfederal technology transfer decisions to stakeholders/decision makers within the company; and
• Understanding and complying with policies, procedures, and regulations related to Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADA), Work for Others (WFO) and other technology transfer contractual mechanisms used at the INL.

Personally own and actively engage INL’s technology deployment mission. Brand Technology Deployment as a responsive, professional, high quality and fully integrated organization

Minimum Qualifications :

SP0100: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant technical, legal and/or business field.

SP0200: Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years experience or advanced degree and 2 years relevant experience in relevant technical, legal and/or business field.

Preferred Qualifications: Strong preference towards advanced degrees in technical/science/engineering, business, or law. Experience in commercialization of technology, including experience in contracting, technology transfer and/or intellectual property management highly desired.

Skills/Abilities: The Commercialization Manager must possess the ability to understand and appreciate complex legal issues, understand technical issues, manage multiple tasks and projects under time constraints, and communicate and interface and interact effectively with relevant Laboratory personnel (technical and managerial) and multiple external customers. The Commercialization Manager must be capable of representing the INL professionally during external negotiations. The Commercialization Manager must possess a knowledge and ability to understand financial information and intellectual property valuation techniques, and be willing to assume responsibility for activities of considerable fiscal significance. The Commercialization Manager must be able to initiate tactical actions to accomplish strategic goals, work independently with limited oversight from the Senior Commercialization Manager, and have the ability to engage cross-organizational and cross-disciplinary teams to accomplish technology deployment project goals.

Special Requirements and/or Training:

Certified Licensing Professional status or willingness/ability to obtain certification preferred or equivalent training.

Essential Functions

An Essential Function is a core duty required for the job position which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below will be used during the interview to help describe the job so the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations.

Essential functions include:

• Near Vision
• Typing/keyboard

Environmental, Safety & Health

Must be familiar with, and comply with all relevant health and safety requirements. Must be knowledgeable of emergency action policies and procedures, methods for reporting/resolving work practices or conditions to available cognizant professionals.

Please Apply Before:

January 15, 2012 (Midnight)

Equal Employment Opportunity

INL is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Idaho National Laboratory www.inl.gov is involved with a major growth phase and we are currently looking for highly skilled motivated individuals who can contribute and lead in the advancement of our mission in nuclear energy research, science and national defense. With 4,400 scientist, researchers and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and develop technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security and environmental missions.

The INL is located in Idaho Falls, ID www.visitidahofalls.com www.visitidaho.org The area is in the heart of some of the best outdoor recreation areas in the world. Access to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Craters of the Moon National Monument, Sun Valley Idaho, scenic Shoshone Falls, Jackson Hole Wyoming, Salt Lake City Utah and areas of Nevada

*******Just a few of the benefits The Idaho National Laboratory can offer*******

Cutting Edge Projects
3.5 Weeks of Vacation (Accrual first year)
Every other Friday OFF! = 9/80 work schedules
Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K
90-Hours of Federal Holiday Pay includes 2- Extra Floater Days
Educational Reimbursement Programs
Low cost of living

Posted December 16th, 2011 under Job Listings. [ Comments: none ]

The Office of Technology Commercialization at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has an opportunity for an experienced Intellectual Property Professional to join the team as a Patent Manager in Troy, NY.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Intellectual Property/Patent Manager manages the protection operations of Rensselaer’s intellectual property and is responsible for receiving, processing and managing new invention disclosures; determining patentability of inventions; preparing, filing and monitoring appropriate patent applications in coordination with outside patent counsel; and supporting the licensing efforts within the Office of Technology Commercialization.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a field of engineering or physical science, and registration as Patent Agent/attorney with a minimum of five years’ experience in the transactional and patent opinion/analysis, patent preparation and prosecution experience, and interaction with external counsel.

Preferred qualifications are Master’s degree in a field of engineering or physical science, and experience in the licensing of technology.

In order to comply with applicable export control laws and regulations, only candidates who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents of the U.S. will be considered.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at https://rpijobs.rpi.edu and reference job #20110248.

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse intellectual, geographical, gender and ethnic perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted December 15th, 2011 under Job Listings. [ Comments: none ]

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter and resume to: hr@innovatecalgary.com or by mail to: 3553 – 31 St. NW, Calgary, AB, T2L 2K7

Posted August 29th, 2011 under Job Listings. [ Comments: none ]

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter and resume to: hr@innovatecalgary.com and indicate position title in the subject line or by mail to: 3553 – 31 St. NW, Calgary, AB, T2L 2K7. Position will remain open until suitable candidate is found.

Posted August 29th, 2011 under Job Listings. [ Comments: none ]

Licensing Manager
Innovate Calgary
Calgary, Alberta

The Company:

Innovate Calgary is a full service organization offering technology transfer and business incubator services to researchers, entrepreneurs and businesses within the advance technology sector.

Position Description:

The Licensing Manager, as a member of the Licensing team, will facilitate the licensing and commercialization of a wide variety of technologies. The Licensing Manager is responsible for administrating a portfolio of existing technologies in addition to: working with clients to identify and evaluate new inventions for commercial potential, marketing to and initiating contacts with potential licensees, negotiating and closing license agreements with industry partners and developing intellectual property protection strategies for the technology portfolio under their management.

Key Accountabilities:

• Actively works to support Innovate Calgary’s mandate of excellence in technology commercialization;
• Identify new inventions derived from research executed at The University of Calgary;
• Perform assessments of patentability, market potential and overall commercial potential and provide recommendations to the team regarding strategic methods to commercialize the technology;
• Meet with investigators/researchers as needed to evaluate and define strategy for commercialization of inventions;
• Develop marketing strategies and conduct market analysis for technologies in portfolio;
• Perform valuation of technologies in portfolio;
• Develop intellectual property protection strategies and manage ongoing prosecution of intellectual property in a timely and cost-effective manner;
• Identify and initiate contacts with potential licensees;
• Design and initiate licensing strategies for each technology in portfolio;
• Negotiate and close license and equity agreements with industry partners;
• Maintain and efficiently utilize all aspects of a technology and intellectual property project management database (INTEUM) for each technology in portfolio;
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Candidate Profile:

• Undergraduate, graduate or post-doctoral degree (strongly preferred) in sciences, preferably in the fields of chemistry, engineering, life sciences, or relevant experience.
• Three to five years experience of working independently or managing intellectual property protection, commercialization and transfer of nascent technology to industry is strongly preferred. Education or experience in intellectual property law or business is a plus.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities to:
• Develop marketing and commercialization strategies for early stage technology
• Develop intellectual property strategies to maximize protection and potential value of the technology
• Establish relationships with, negotiate and close business deals with industry partners.
• Interact with business development or scientific offices in the corporate world
• Experience/track record in taking nascent technology to market
• Strong ability to work closely with others as a team player and be able to efficiently and effectively manage multiple projects with varying priorities
• Strong ability to work effectively towards consensus with a diverse group of decision-makers.
• Superior communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Exceptional ability to develop and manage relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• A strategic thinker who understands drivers of successful businesses and can identify opportunities for development and improvement.
• Exceptional analytical skills combined with the ability to interpret information and make sound decisions.
• An excellent team player who is motivated to deliver on commitments.
• Effective at leveraging resources across all functions of an organization.
• MBA an asset.

Characteristics:

• Demonstrates sound judgement, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Intelligent, friendly and willing to proactively engage clients and team members.
• A proven team player with the ability to work independently and interdependently with others.
• Entrepreneurial, possesses the ability to work in an evolving environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, meticulous
• Hard-working, willing to go the extra mile
• Confident, tenacious and diplomatic.
• Well respected with a high degree of honesty, credibility and integrity.
• Self-motivated, open-minded.

The successful candidate will be expected to learn Innovate Calgary’s and the University of Calgary’s protocols, policies, procedures and culture as it relates to IP and technology commercialization. The Licensing Manager will be required to attend meetings, conferences and seminars as necessary and appropriate. Must be adaptable and maintain working relationships with all external contacts and Innovate Calgary employees.

Innovate Calgary offers a very attractive compensation package that includes a base salary (range of $72,990 – $89,210/year), a 10% bonus potential, plus full benefits and 3 weeks paid vacation.

To apply for this position, please submit cover letter and resume to Ms. Vesna Malkanovic at vmalkanovic@innovatecalgary.com and indicate position title in the subject line of the email.

Posted August 29th, 2011 under Job Listings. [ Comments: none ]

University of Illinois
Office of Technology Management
Technology Manager/ Associate Technology Manager/ Senior Technology Manager
Chicago Campus

The Office of Technology Management (OTM) at the University of Illinois in Chicago is seeking two highly motivated professionals to serve as a Senior Technology Manager, Technology Manager, or Associate Technology Manager. These positions are responsible for evaluating and managing invention disclosures, developing licensing strategies, conducting outreach to industry and other individuals to successfully commercialize University owned intellectual property, and negotiation of license agreement terms. Responsibilities also include maintaining a close working relationship with other OTM and campus staff to fulfill the obligations of federal compliance, IP protection, and related needs.

Candidates should have a deep understanding of early-stage technology evaluation and marketing needs, IP strategy, and the ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with faculty inventors and corporate representatives to build a pipeline of disclosures and business development opportunities. In particular, the Office is seeking qualified candidates with experience with early-stage biomedical technology commercialization, including therapeutics, diagnostics, and devices.

1. Develop and manage strong relationships with faculty inventors and prospective inventors.
2. Provide specialized advice and counsel on technology commercialization including disclosing inventions, screening and evaluation, intellectual property, licensing, etc.
3. Perform licensing responsibilities, including: evaluate and screen disclosures; identify and qualify licensees; assist with marketing strategies and plans; draft business terms for license agreements; negotiate and execute license agreements; and management of portfolio of technologies including highly complex technologies and issues.
4. Perform marketing responsibilities, including: independent development of and execution of marketing strategies and plans; build and manage strong industry relationships; and promote technology associated sponsored research relationships
5. Develop and deliver annual Action Plan to maintain effective relationships with inventors to enhance the disclosure pipeline and with licensees for marketing of technologies.
6. Develop an annual Professional Development & Improvement Plan.
7. Train and mentor Associate Technology Managers and other support staff as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in related field; Master’s or professional degree strongly preferred (professional experience and accomplishments may be considered in lieu of the advanced degree preference). Other required qualifications include: minimum three (3) year’s relevant professional experience in business, academic, or government, including the licensing of technologies; technical background in a research area aligned with the technology portfolio; licensing and technology marketing or related experience may be considered in lieu of advanced degree requirement and technical requirement; ability to work independently and in a team situation in a highly complex and business-like setting; demonstrated exceptional oral and written communication skills including the ability to manage confidential information; demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills; good decision-making and negotiating skills; strong working knowledge of intellectual property law and industry-standard licenses, including royalty rates and license structures; ability to relate to and work with support staff, pre-professional staff and student interns; ability to maintain strong relationships with faculty inventors and prospective inventors; and ability to develop and maintain strong industry client relationships.

This is a full-time 12-month Academic Professional, benefits eligible position. For full consideration, candidates must apply to and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by September 5, 2011 at https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/.

University of Illinois
Employee Relations and Human Resources
809 S. Marshfield Ave M/C 078
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 996-5130
Fax: (312) 996-6005

The University of Illinois is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity and diversity. University Administration welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups and other candidates who will lead and contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.

Posted August 23rd, 2011 under Job Listings. [ Comments: none ]

This unique opportunity has an initial responsibility of identifying new technologies to bring into a portfolio of companies which you manage, as well as the financial resources to provide the opportunity to maximize company potential. From the outset, this position maintains a significant equity position in each of the technologies brought to market. Candidate’s qualifications include:

• Possess a strong track record of licensing technologies
• A passion for assisting technologies cross “The Valley of Death” to successful Commercialization
• Desire to run a business(s)
• Possesses Funding resources, either independently or through networks
• Possesses keen analytical skills
• Experience with contract negotiation
• Professional with strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, project management, basic computing and writing skills

Preferred:

Experience in patenting, licensing and commercializing technologies

Master’s Degree in Business

Possesses a multitude of contacts in the technology transfer space

Position includes an extremely competitive salary, equity incentives and unlimited earnings potential.

You work with unique technologies every day, why not benefit from their success?

If interested, please forward your information to: opportunity2@theincubationfactory.com

Posted August 5th, 2011 under Job Listings. [ Comments: none ]

The primary responsibility of the Associate Director for Corporate Relations will be to establish and maintain a portfolio of multidimensional relationships for MSU with key industries in sectors related to MSU’s primary research strengths (e.g. food/pharmaceuticals). Meet with targeted corporations within the assigned industrial sector across the nation, learning about their plans and interests with the objective of identifying and building significant alliances for MSU across the spectrum of the relationship including but not limited to: philanthropy, research partnerships, and educational opportunities. Maintain an aggressive travel and communications schedule with new and existing corporate partners to build and enrich MSU’s relationships with them. Identify and build relationships with key alumni/friends within target corporations in order to seek advice and assistance in relationship building. Establish effective working relationships with current team members within the University Development Corporate and Foundation Relations office, appropriate deans and college development offices, and MSU Business-CONNECT. This is a collaborative position, and requires a person who is experienced and comfortable in working across administrative boundaries in an open and collegial environment. Become conversant with MSU’s current strengths and corporate relationships within the relevant industries. Participate in the development of a coordinated strategy to engage target corporations with MSU programs/researchers/educational mission. Establish effective working relationships with academic department heads, laboratory directors, faculty and administrators throughout the appropriate colleges, in order to thoroughly understand their programs and priorities and to assist them in managing their respective corporate partnership activities. Create opportunities for regular and substantive contact between high-level corporate executives within the portfolio of companies and high-level college, campus and university executives. Coordinate with appropriate MSU offices on the implementation of corporate alliances, provide stewardship, monitor outcomes and prepare regular progress reports.

Requirements include: Minimum of bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or related field. advanced degree in a relevant field highly desirable. Five years demonstrated and progressively more responsible experience working within industry or in higher education corporate or foundation relations. Demonstrated experience in managing business relationships in a role such as account manager, corporate university relations manager or corporate relations. Broad industry knowledge in major sector such as food, energy, and manufacturing is desirable. Experience and level of sophistication needed to deal with high level management in the corporate or education sector. Comfortable in negotiating institutional politics. Must be goal oriented and an accomplished problem solver. Knowledge of university/industry intellectual property issues is highly desirable. Must be team oriented/collaborative.

Deadline: We will continue to evaluate applications until the position is filled.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ms. Lucille Fallon, Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations at fallon@msu.edu.

An electronic version of this posting is available at www.advancement.msu.edu – follow the “Career Opportunities” link.
All candidates must submit an application and resume through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system (MAP). The URL for this website is www.jobs.MSU.edu. Please refer to number 4376 when submitting your application.

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/gkpjq4p

Posted August 2nd, 2011 under Job Listings. [ Comments: none ]