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Licensing Associate or Senior Licensing Associate

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NC State University
Location
Raleigh, NC

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Four-Year Institution

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Posting NumberPG190626EPInternal Recruitment NoWorking TitleLicensing Associate or Senior Licensing AssociateAnticipated Hiring RangeStarting salary will be commensurate with education and experience and will be dependent upon the level of the position (Licensing Associate or Senior Licensing Associate).Work ScheduleMonday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with additional hours required as needed to meet deadlinesJob LocationRaleigh, NCDepartment Research - Office of Technology TransferAbout the Department

NC State University is a research powerhouse and a powerful economic engine for North Carolina. The Office of Research Commercialization (ORC) plays a crucial role in this by protecting and promoting University research discoveries and intellectual property, working with and guiding industry partners, and promoting the acceleration of startups. We’re driving economic growth by facilitating the commercialization of research discoveries.

We provide innovators with a wide range of programs and services to protect, market, and license intellectual property developed at NC State. Collaboration with NC State innovators and industry partners has led to the creation of more than 100 startups and 500 commercialized products that benefit society on a local, national, and global scale.

We work with industry partners to assess research for potential commercial success, seek partners who can benefit from new technology, and develop critical relationships that make the technology commercialization process work.

We provide university entrepreneurs with assistance and resources to launch startups and scale businesses based on university innovations.

Essential Job Duties

The Licensing Associate/Senior Licensing Associate position is focused on the University’s life sciences technology portfolio, and is primarily responsible for the development and maintenance of licensing, research, and business relationships between the University and its commercial partners. In addition, the position serves the research and education community of NC State and acts as a liaison between NC State and other agencies.

This position will report to the Director of Licensing. The person will review new invention disclosures, develop commercialization strategies, evaluate the need for and develop IP protection strategies, and negotiate contracts with industry including license agreements. The person will also maintain relationships with existing licensees and ensure that the contractual commercialization milestones are being met. This person will also interact with patent counsel, industry partners, and business development professionals. The person will interact with the Venture Development group within the Office of Research Commercialization in support of startup company formation.

Two candidates may be recruited at one time.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience and Education

Require post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.

Other Required Qualifications

At the Licensing Associate Level:
-Requires post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree in science with three years of business development or research experience and/or an advanced degree in a scientific discipline and/or a professional degree.
-Has at least two or more years of experience working in the field of technology transfer within a university or company setting. Experience includes evaluating invention disclosures, developing IP strategies to protect inventions, marketing inventions, facilitating formation of startup companies, and negotiating & drafting license agreements or equivalent experience.
-Candidates must have outstanding writing and communication skills.
-Proven ability to build collaborative partnerships with leaders, campus partners, and external constituents.
-Proven negotiation and contract drafting skills.
-A good understanding of intellectual property (IP) laws and a proven track record of developing IP strategies to facilitate successful commercialization of early stage inventions/technologies.
-Proven marketing skills.
-Proven track record of negotiating, drafting, and executing deals.
-Must be coachable and possess a track record of professionalism and experience in multi-tasking and managing projects.

At the Senior Licensing Associate Level:
-Requires post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree in science with three years of business development or research experience and/or an advanced degree in a scientific discipline and/or a professional degree.
-Has at least three or more years of experience working in the field of technology transfer within a university or company setting. Experience includes evaluating invention disclosures, developing IP strategies to protect inventions, marketing inventions, facilitating formation of startup companies, and negotiating & drafting license agreements or equivalent experience.
-Candidates must have outstanding writing and communication skills.
-Proven ability to build collaborative partnerships with leaders, campus partners, and external constituents.
-Proven negotiation and contract drafting skills.
-A good understanding of intellectual property (IP) laws and a proven track record of developing IP strategies to facilitate successful commercialization of early stage inventions/technologies.
-Proven marketing skills.
-Proven track record of independently leading the negotiation, drafting, and executing high value deals.
-Proven track record of facilitating formation of startup companies with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

At the Licensing Associate Level:
-Preferred candidate would be someone with an educational background with a Master Degree or PhD in Biomedical Engineering or Chemical & BioMolecular Engineering.
-Exceptional qualifications include proven past track record of negotiating, drafting, and executing license agreements.
-Prefer a highly motivated excellent communicator and team player.

At the Senior Licensing Associate Level:
-Preferred candidate would be someone with an educational background with a Master Degree or PhD in Biomedical Engineering or Chemical & BioMolecular Engineering.
-Exceptional qualifications include proven past track record of negotiating, drafting, and executing of high value license agreements, a proven past track record of facilitating startup company formation based on university owned IP, and proven past track record of negotiating and drafting complex IP agreements.
-Prefer a highly motivated excellent communicator and team player
- 3 years or above of experience in academic or industry technology transfer.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License requiredNoCommercial Driver's License requiredNoJob Open Date09/01/2020Anticipated Close DateOpen until filled.Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, and contact information of three professional references, including names, email addresses and phone numbers.

The hiring department will assess candidates during the interview process to determine the most appropriate level. Starting salary will be commensurate with level and the successful candidate’s education and experience.

Position Number00103918Position TypeEHRA Non-FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)1.00Appointment12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse WeatherNon Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency EventsNon Mandatory - Emergency EventIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?NoDepartment ID060102 - Research - Office of Technology TransferAA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
    • NCSU Website
    • NCSU Executive Search Services
    • Monster.com
    • CareerBuilder.com
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • Other Online Job Board
    • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
    • Job / Career Fair
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • HERC
    • Professional Journal
    • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
    • Professional Organization
    • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
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    • Other
  2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * What do you know about the Office of Research Commercialization at NC State University?

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Application Materials RequiredRequired Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
  3. Contact Information for References
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    NC State: Think and Do

    NC State was founded with a purpose: to create economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina and the country. We began as a land-grant institution teaching the agricultural and mechanical arts. Today, we're a pre-eminent research enterprise with 12 colleges excelling in all major academic fields.

    NC State studentsOur 34,000 high-performing students take what they learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world by conducting research, working in internships and co-ops, and performing acts of world-changing service. That experiential education ensures that they leave here ready to lead the workforce. NC State's 13:1 student-faculty ratio is one of the reasons why we're the best college for your money in North Carolina (Money) and the No. 5 best value among public universities nationally (U.S. News & World Report).

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    Our research doesn't just get published in a journal or sit on a shelf; it makes an impact. NC State is No. 6 nationwide in commercialization agreements based on university research, and we're No. 2 among universities without a medical school. Our Cooperative Extension Service provides research-based information to citizens in all 100 North Carolina counties. In addition, our industrial extension unit — Industry Expansion Solutions — has created an economic benefit for the state's manufacturers averaging $149 million per year since 2005.

    Bright Minds Creating a Bold Future

    NC State’s 9,000 faculty and staff are world leaders in their fields, bridging the divides between academic disciplines and training high-caliber students to meet tomorrow’s challenges. NC State students won two Goldwater scholarships, five Fulbright scholarships, one Churchill scholarship and a record-breaking 25 National Science Foundation graduate research fellowships in the 2016-2017 academic year. In addition, 25 faculty are members of the National Academies.

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    More than 130 years after its creation, NC State continues to make its founding purpose a reality. Every day, our career-ready graduates and world-leading faculty make the fruits of learning and discovery available to people across the state, throughout the nation and around the world.

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