Licensing Manager

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

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About The Position

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond. The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan with 8.25% employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance. Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Sciences, or Life Sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to draft and interpret legal language in contracts and other documents.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates new disclosures for technical development, patentability, commercial potential, and practical utilities.
• Recommends strategies for statutory protection and best paths to market.
• Conducts market research, projections, and valuations of technologies.
• Contacts potential licensees and explains possible utilities and value of new innovations to entice their interest.
• Negotiates reasonable terms and conditions for licensing rights to use technologies with potential licensees.
• Assists Senior Managers in mentoring licensing staff on topics related to marketing activities and proposed terms for licenses/options.
• Assists faculty and researchers in disclosing novel intellectual property to TAMUS Technology Commercialization.
• Assists in the implementation of campus-wide educational programs to increase the general awareness of intellectual property issues.
• Interacts with Development Officers, Sponsored Research Services, and academic departments/Colleges as a resource for intellectual property matters.
• Interacts with business and investment communities to promote utilization of TAMUS innovations for economic development.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Defined benefit retirement plan with 8.25% employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness programs to promote work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree