Duke University Job Description:
ASSIST DIR, OFC FOR TRANSLATION & COMMER (1749)


Job Title: ASSIST DIR, OFC FOR TRANSLATION & COMMER 

Job Code: 1749 

FLSA:

Job Level: 92 

Revised Date: 04/01/2023  

Job Family: JF 28 

Occupational Summary

Assist in directing and facilitating the development, commercialization and transfer to practical uses of technologies and inventions originating in all University laboratories in a manner consistent with University policies and values; provide oversight to all University functions, activities and units that participate in the technology transfer process.

Work Performed

Encourage and evaluate technology disclosures for patentability and licensing potential.

Create marketing and licensing strategies that maximize technology commercialization potential.

Market technologies to potential licensees Oversee the filing and management of patent applications.

Negotiate, draft, and implement license, option, non-disclosure, and other technology agreements under the supervision of the Executive Director.

Work with other members of the OTC team to further the goals and objectives of technology transfer at the University.

Manage ongoing relationship with licensees and license compliance.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training:

Work requires a Master's degree preferably in biological/life sciences, engineering/physical sciences, computing sciences/information technology or business administration.

 

Experience:

Work requires five years of directly related experience.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

 

Skills:

Knowledge of and/or experience in a hard science (highly preferred); excellent interpersonal skills; written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact effectively in both academic and corporate cultures; ability to interact with scientists, research sponsors, industry representatives and patent attorneys; ability to work independently as well as in a team environment; to work under pressure with tight deadlines; business experience in negotiations, contracts, and new technology commercialization; highly self-motivated professional with exceptional sales, marketing and negotiating skills; experience in evaluating the commercial potential of early stage technology, and to effectively communicate the commercialization vision; detail oriented with ability to work on multiple projects at the same time; knowledge of intellectual property law and licensing practices; high degree of energy and enthusiasm.

 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.


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