Senior Licensing Associate

University of Nevada, Reno

Reno, Nevada, US
Competitive + commensurate with education/experien...
Not specified
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
5 years professional experience in ip management
Experience with university technology transfer
The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Senior Licensing Associate to support the commercialization of university innovations by managing technologies, conducting assessments, and engaging with industry partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in relevant fields and experience in technology transfer or intellectual property management

Job Summary

  • The Senior Licensing Associate supports the commercialization of university innovations by managing assigned technologies and contributing to the evaluation, protection, marketing, and licensing of intellectual property.
  • This role requires strong judgment in intellectual property strategy, market opportunity evaluation, and the negotiation of complex agreements while working closely with faculty inventors and industry partners.
  • The University offers a competitive retirement plan with a 19.25% contribution matched by the University, along with health insurance, fitness center memberships, and tuition benefits for faculty employees.

Matching Summary

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The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Senior Licensing Associate to support the commercialization of university innovations by managing technologies, conducting assessments, and engaging with industry partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in relevant fields and experience in technology transfer or intellectual property management.

Salary

Competitive and commensurate with education/experience; Grade Administrative Faculty - C; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
  • 5 years professional experience in IP management
  • Experience with university technology transfer
  • Ability to negotiate complex licensing agreements
  • Market research and commercialization planning skills

Nice-to-have

  • PhD in engineering or physical sciences
  • Registered Technology Transfer Professional certification
  • USPTO Patent agent registration
  • Startup formation and incubation experience
  • Exceptional customer service mindset

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree + 5 years experience OR Master's + 3 years
  • Related experience in technology transfer or IP management
  • Strong negotiation and legal agreement drafting skills

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