Part Time Technology Transfer Analyst, Research Office

University of Delaware•Newark, DE

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technology Transfer Analyst supports technology transfer activities and serves as an integral member of the operations team, helping optimize intellectual-property-related systems and processes. The position works closely with the Manager of Technology Transfer and OEIP’s Financial Analyst to maintain accurate, up-to-date information and support adherence to requirements for IP-related agreements and commercial activities. Core work includes managing IP-related agreements and licenses, reviewing active agreements, maintaining data and information systems, tracking obligations, and supporting transaction and compliance reporting. The position is based at the FinTech Innovation Hub on the University of Delaware’s STAR Campus in Newark, Delaware, and requires 28 hours per week. The anticipated start date is February 1, 2027. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with flexibility. Estimated pay is $26.00 per hour. The University of Delaware’s Office of Economic Innovation and Partnerships (OEIP) facilitates connections between University faculty, innovators, and entrepreneurs and external partners, and supports the transfer of University discoveries to market. OEIP is expanding its technology transfer and commercialization work and related teams to advance innovation outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field and five years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience reviewing and managing a wide range of business contracts, obligations, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency with data management tools and ability to analyze complex data and processes, including financial data, to generate meaningful reports and present findings effectively.
Self-motivation, responsibility, exceptional attention to detail, and demonstrated organizational and management skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, prioritize work, and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to work independently while actively engaging in a team environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse University constituents and external licensees and partners.
Advanced techniques in Microsoft Suite, word processing, spreadsheets, and database systems.

Nice To Haves

Intellectual-property-related work experience.
Experience with regulations governing technology and iEdison government reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage compliance with federal and state regulations and industry-sponsored agreements to ensure University rights and obligations are met.
Update the iEdison government reporting system to support compliance with federal regulations.
Communicate with internal inventors to gather reporting information, including grant numbers, and with external licensees to obtain required information accurately and on time.
Work with the Manager of Technology Transfer and OEIP’s Financial Analyst to develop and implement streamlined processes for managing compliance with IP-related agreements.
Maintain electronic and hard-copy files for IP-related agreements; manage and review data, information, and reports; ensure accuracy; and use information to develop key performance indicator reports for stakeholders and partners.
Manage record-retention processes and matters for the Technology Transfer Office.
Review patent prosecution and maintenance (annuity) invoices for accuracy with the TTO team and Financial Analyst; redirect invoices to other cases, matters, or licensees as appropriate; and process annuity payments in IPRIS as instructed.
Enter agreement records into the IP management system and keep them accurate and up to date; create obligation records and alerts to track payments, milestones, royalty reports, and other obligations.
Review and track agreement activities and obligations to ensure compliance with terms and policies, and communicate relevant information—including outstanding obligations—to internal and external parties and licensees.
Record, track, and maintain current status of IP-related revenue obligations, and coordinate with the Financial Analyst on invoicing when required.