Job description

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Oklahoma State University (OSU) is committed to the pursuit, discovery, and dissemination of new knowledge and technologies through research, scholarship, creative activities, and technology transfer for the benefit of the people of the state of Oklahoma, the nation, and the world. OSU is seeking a dynamic leader as the next Director of the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC).

The Office of Technology Commercialization resides within the Division of the Vice President for Research and, along with the Office of University Research Compliance, Central Sponsored Programs Administration, and Core Research Facilities, comprises OSU’s central research operations. OTC assesses, protects and commercializes OSU innovations., manages and protects OSU invented intellectual property, markets and licenses OSU innovations, facilitates confidentiality (NDAs) and material transfer agreements (MTAs), and provides translational research funding to advance OSU technology.

Core Responsibilities:

The Director of the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC) will provide leadership of the Oklahoma State University technology transfer and commercialization activities. The Director reports to the Vice President for Research and will be expected to work closely with staff in the Office of the Vice President for Research, the college research officers, OSU Research Foundation personnel, as well as institute and center directors to maintain a seamless interface between research and development and the commercialization of useful research results.

1. Serve as a liaison between OTC and the university community (inventors, Research Directors, OSU Legal Counsel, Grants & Contracts, etc.) as well as external offices (i.e., outside patent counsel, other university tech transfer offices).

2. Drive collaboration with other OSU units directly and indirectly manage OTC staff (licensing associates, Office Manager) while encouraging professional development and personal growth for staff.

3. Communicate information regarding OSU's mission, vision, and goals so that employees may increase their contributions to the university's success

4. Provide leadership and direction for strategic planninginitiatives involving technology commercialization.

5. Direct activities regarding the completion of invention and copyright disclosures submitted by OSU faculty, staff, and students

6. Prepare reports for inventors, deans, and the Vice President for Research

7. Write and modify University policies relating to intellectual property, technology transfer, and commercialization

8. Monitor changes in Federal law and update intellectual property constituencies through a variety of media

9. Monitor and report status of OSU-derived intellectual properties to the appropriate federal government agencies as required by law

10. Augment the expertise of current licensing associates by serving as the licensing expert in one or more of our four general areas (biotechnology, engineering, life sciences, software)

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study and at least five years of experience. Demonstrated expertise in technology assessment is essential, as is knowledge of current developments and trends in relevant business sectors (e.g., aerospace, information technology, agribusiness, energy, and life-sciences/biomedical/biotechnology). Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with faculty, university administrators, state and federal agencies and the business community is required. Likewise, demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team which cuts across the university community and the university's external constituencies is necessary. A proven administrative and managerial leadership record is expected.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. / Ed.D. / J.D. is preferred. In addition to those attributes described above, OSU prefers to hire a Director of the Office of Technology Commercialization who has specific expertise in biomedical/biotechnology; such expertise maximally augments the expertise of others within the office. Technology commercialization in a university context is strongly preferred.

Additional requirements for the successful applicant will be demonstrated knowledge of relevant patent law and practices; experience in drafting and negotiating complex technology licenses and research agreements; evaluating markets for the commercialization of research results; identifying potential licensees; and implementing strategies to promote economic development through technology transfer.

Application Procedures:

Applicants must apply on-line at https://jobs.okstate.edu. When applying, refer to Req13245. Applicants should include a resume, a cover letter, and the names, addresses (including e-mail addresses), and telephone numbers of three professional references. Applications must be submitted electronically and will be accepted until a successful candidate is selected.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers, and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs, and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $99,600.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Stillwater, OK: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• RELEVANT: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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