Technology Marketing Associate, OTC

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

26d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office for Translation & Commercialization (OTC) is looking for a Technology Marketing Associate to join our team. In this role, you will help bring Duke’s cutting‑edge research to life by identifying market opportunities, shaping marketing strategies, and connecting high‑impact technologies with industry partners.
You’ll work closely with licensing staff, faculty, and communications partners to understand innovations across life sciences, physical sciences, engineering, and digital health. You’ll translate complex discoveries into compelling marketing language, build targeted outreach campaigns, and develop technology portfolios that position Duke for commercial success. This is an exciting opportunity to use your scientific background while growing your expertise in technology marketing, business development, and intellectual property translation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological/life sciences, engineering/physical sciences, or computing/information technology.
• Two years of related experience in scientific research, writing, technical assessment, or market research.
• Ability to develop and manage databases, contact lists, and marketing correspondence.
• Ability to oversee and support a graduate Tech Transfer Fellows program.
• Ability to leverage scientific publications and digital tools for marketing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in technology assessment, business analysis, or technology valuation.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to interpret and simplify complex scientific concepts.
• Experience with social media tools (Facebook, Twitter, blogs) for strategic marketing.
• Experience with research disciplines, scientific concepts, and technology‑oriented products.
• Understanding of the university technology transfer process.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, collaborative, and able to set priorities independently

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute processes for non‑confidential marketing summaries for Duke discoveries.
• Collaborate with licensing staff to assess markets for life science, physical science, and digital innovations.
• Manage the graduate Tech Transfer Fellows program.
• Develop targeted marketing plans for scientific inventions.
• Use social media to connect audiences with Duke technologies.
• Monitor analytics and track performance of marketing campaigns.
• Build and maintain a publications database to support marketing efforts.
• Create marketing materials, communications plans, and online content to promote inventions.
• Maintain business contact databases and campaign correspondence.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• At Duke, you’ll also benefit from a vibrant community, opportunities for professional development, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees