EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, IP & LICENSING, Office of Technology Development

Boston University • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Boston University's Technology Development Office is seeking an accomplished and dynamic Executive Director of Intellectual Property and Licensing to lead and manage a small, dedicated team of attorneys and administrators. This leader will oversee all aspects of intellectual property prosecution, working closely with outside counsel to promote collaborative industry partnerships and ensure that Boston University and Boston Medical Center equitably share in the commercial successes of their innovations. Key Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate intellectual property prosecution efforts in collaboration with external counsel. Draft, negotiate, and manage licensing agreements and related contracts, including Material Transfer Agreements, Inter-institutional Agreements, and Confidential Disclosure Agreements, with support from the Business Development team. Ensure strict compliance with university policies, applicable laws, and sponsor agreement terms. Serve as a trusted educational resource for faculty and staff on intellectual property and licensing matters. Provide accessible, timely, and professional intellectual property management and licensing services to Boston University, Boston Medical Center, and their faculty and staff. We seek a strategic leader who is committed to fostering innovation, protecting intellectual assets, and advancing Boston University's mission through effective and equitable licensing practices.

Requirements

• Licensed Patent Attorney (Massachusetts license preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to execute in a multi-project environment.
• at least 10 years of experience in executing technology related transactions
• 5+ years supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• master's degree in science or technology preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate intellectual property prosecution efforts in collaboration with external counsel.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage licensing agreements and related contracts, including Material Transfer Agreements, Inter-institutional Agreements, and Confidential Disclosure Agreements, with support from the Business Development team.
• Ensure strict compliance with university policies, applicable laws, and sponsor agreement terms.
• Serve as a trusted educational resource for faculty and staff on intellectual property and licensing matters.
• Provide accessible, timely, and professional intellectual property management and licensing services to Boston University, Boston Medical Center, and their faculty and staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees