Director of Patents and Technology Transfer

Florida Polytechnic University-posted 27 days ago

$110,000 - $118,000/Yr

Full-time • Director

Lake Wales, FL

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The Director of Patents and Technology Transfer leads Florida Polytechnic University's efforts to identify, protect, manage, and commercialize intellectual property arising from faculty, student, and institutional research. This position plays a pivotal role in translating research innovations into market-ready solutions, fostering partnerships with industry, and collaborating with faculty, students, and external partners to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations governing intellectual property and to support the University's mission to drive innovation and economic development in the Florida's high-tech industries.

Lead and manage the University's intellectual property (IP) management and protection.
Direct the evaluation, filing, and maintenance of patents and related IP generated by University researchers, ensuring alignment with institutional and legal standards. Review invention disclosures and assess commercial potential in consultation with inventors and legal counsel
Lead technology commercialization and licensing activities.
Develop and negotiate license agreements, option agreements, material transfer agreements (MTAs), confidentiality agreements (NDAs), and other contracts that facilitate the commercialization of University-developed technologies.
Cultivate industry and entrepreneurial partnerships.
Collaborate with industry partners, startups, and investors to promote technology transfer opportunities and advance economic development in Florida's innovation ecosystem.
Facilitate faculty and student innovation
Provide training, resources, and one-on-one guidance to researchers and students regarding invention disclosures, IP protection, and commercialization pathways.
Develop policies and compliance frameworks.
Establish and maintain institutional policies and procedures governing IP ownership, revenue distribution, and Bayh-Dole Act compliance, as well as processes for invention reporting, patent application tracking, and licensing documentation.
Promote University research visibility and impact.
Prepare reports, metrics, and presentations related to invention disclosures, patent activity, and licensing revenue; strengthen the University's reputation as a hub for applied research and innovation.
Coordinate with legal, sponsored research, and industry engagement units
Collaborate across divisions to ensure smooth integration of IP management with research contracts, grants, and corporate collaborations; coordinate with external patent attorneys and manage all aspects of patent filing.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline.
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in patent management, technology transfer, or intellectual property law.
Demonstrated understanding of U.S. patent laws, rules, and procedures.
Experience managing relationships with patent attorneys, inventors, and industry partners.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Master's or doctoral degree in science, engineering, or law (J.D. preferred).
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Experience in a university or research institution's technology transfer office.
Demonstrated success in patent commercialization, licensing negotiations, or startup formation.
Familiarity with federal funding regulations and Bayh-Dole Act compliance.
Proven ability to build partnerships with industry and foster innovation ecosystems.

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.
Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.
Florida Poly offers great options for retirement.
From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future.
Annual Leave
To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.
Sick Leave
Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

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