OTC Assistant Director - Life Sciences

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

2d•$96,039 - $153,748•Onsite

About The Position

At Duke University, innovation doesn't stop in the lab. The Office for Translation & Commercialization (OTC) helps transform groundbreaking discoveries into products, therapies, and technologies that improve lives around the world. We partner with faculty, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to advance discoveries from concept to commercialization. If you are passionate about life sciences, intellectual property, business strategy, and bringing research innovations to market, we invite you to join our team as an Assistant Director, Life Sciences.

Requirements

Master's degree preferably in biological/life sciences, engineering/physical sciences, computing sciences/information technology or business administration.
Five years of directly related experience OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and/or experience in a biological/life science (highly preferred)
Excellent interpersonal skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interact effectively in both academic and corporate cultures
Ability to interact with scientists, research sponsors, industry representatives and patent attorneys
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
Business experience in negotiations, contracts, and new technology commercialization
Highly self-motivated professional with exceptional sales, marketing and negotiating skills
Experience in evaluating the commercial potential of early stage technology, and to effectively communicate the commercialization vision
Detail oriented with ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Knowledge of intellectual property law and licensing practices
High degree of energy and enthusiasm

Responsibilities

Encourage and evaluate technology disclosures for patentability and licensing potential.
Create marketing and licensing strategies that maximize technology commercialization potential.
Market technologies to potential licensees.
Oversee the filing and management of patent applications.
Negotiate, draft, and implement license, option, non-disclosure, and other agreements under the supervision of the Managing Director.
Work with other members of the OTC team to further the goals and objectives of technology transfer at the University.
Manage ongoing relationship with licensees and license compliance.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.