Intellectual Property Manager

University of Central Florida-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Manager
Orlando, FL
5,001-10,000 employees
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The Intellectual Property (IP) Manager reports to the Associate Director of Licensing and Operations and serves as the central point of control for the university's IP asset protection. This role is responsible for the strategic management, budgeting, and administration of all patent, copyright, and trademark protection processes. The IP Manager acts as the key liaison between our researchers/creators and outside legal counsel to efficiently secure and maintain IP rights. The IP Manager ensures the development of a robust IP portfolio that supports the university's overall research objectives and commercialization goals.

  • IP Portfolio Management & Asset Administration
  • IP Protection and Maintenance: Lead the administrative processes for patent, copyright, and trademark protection, including managing disclosure, legal assignment, and the overall protection strategy.
  • Interface with outside counsel to manage/oversee patent prosecution led by the outside counsel. Coordinate with outside counsel on filing new applications, monitoring and processing ongoing prosecution and related correspondence. Serve as the primary interface with outside vendor to manage all annuity and maintenance decisions, payments, and correspondence.
  • Manage trademark, copyright and software disclosure, assignment, and protection process.
  • Docket Control: Ensure strict adherence to legal timelines by coordinating with counsel on IP docket administration and tracking all critical legal deadlines and events.
  • Financial & Operational Excellence
  • Budget Management: Manage all IP-related expenses and invoicing, ensuring all activities are conducted efficiently and within the established annual budget.
  • Process Improvement: Proactively monitor and analyze changes in patent and federal IP laws to optimize prosecution outcomes. Research and recommend administrative and cost-saving process improvements based on industry and academic best practices.
  • Internal Training: Provide training and guidance to inventors and internal stakeholders on the patenting process and best practices for IP disclosure.
  • Compliance, Reporting, and Metrics
  • Government Compliance: Ensure full and timely compliance with all federal and non-federal funding obligations, including accurate IP reporting as required by grants and funding agreements.
  • Data and Analytics: Track, develop, and maintain reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the IP portfolio, including inventions, patent applications, issued patents, copyrights, and trademarks.
  • Database Administration: Maintain accurate and up-to-date IP records within internal and external reporting databases.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
  • Strong preference will be given to candidates who are currently registered as a U.S. Patent Agent.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in Physical Sciences or related field.
  • Demonstrated experience working in intellectual property management.
  • In addition, preferences will be given for exceptional oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
  • Retirement savings options
  • Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
  • Education assistance
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