Technology Licensing Officer - Office of Technology Transfer
About The Position
The Office of Technology Transfer within the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research at Penn State seeks qualified applicants to fill three(3) vacancies for the role of Technology Licensing Officer. The areas may cover Physical Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry, Material Sciences, Biological Sciences, Software, Creative Works, and AI. The mission of the Office of Technology Transfer is to protect Penn State intellectual property (IP), identify its commercial potential, and stimulate economic development through the transfer of Penn State technologies to the marketplace. Penn State set a new record with $1.44 billion in total research expenditures for the 2024–2025 fiscal year.
Requirements
- Master's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Technology Licensing Officer - Senior Professional); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Master's Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Technology Licensing Officer - Advanced Professional); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A strong background in a closely related discipline aligned with the areas mentioned above is required.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Good negotiation skills
- Ability to interpret and manage numerous complex agreements
- Ability to manage and coordinate multiple and diverse projects simultaneously through to completion
- Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a team environment
- Ability to establish priorities
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with experience in tech transfer in a higher education setting are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Managing a substantial portfolio of intellectual property, screening invention disclosures, and assessing their commercial potential
- Formulating patent strategies and coordinating with external patent counsel
- Marketing of inventions
- Negotiating and drafting intellectual property agreements including license agreements, option agreements, interinstitutional agreements, etc.
- Communicating and coordinating frequently with other stakeholders in the Invent Penn State community
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
- Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
