Title:
IP Licensing Manager
Department:
Office of Research & Development
Reports To:
Associate Vice Provost, Sponsored Research Admin, Office of Research & Development
Position Type:
Staff
Position Summary:
NJIT is seeking a highly motivated and experienced licensing
manager to join our Technology Transfer Office (TTO). The successful candidate
will be responsible for managing the licensed intellectual property (IP)
portfolio of the university, administering licensing agreements, and
maintaining relationships between the university and license holders with
post-licensing-execution activities. The Licensing Manager will play a crucial
role in managing university-developed technologies and ensuring that they reach
their full potential in the marketplace with potential return of the investment.
Essential Functions:
- Manage the financial accounts related to license
agreements.
- Coordinate with
attorneys, IP firms and external stakeholders to ensure timely and effective processing
of licensing agreements and amendments along with routine correspondence.
- Manage post-execution
activities including ensuring compliance with terms and conditions and existing
license agreements as needed.
- Serve as a liaison
between the university and industry partners on licensing administration.
- Provide guidance
and training to faculty, researchers, and students on IP protection and
commercialization processes.
- Organize and
participate in workshops, seminars, and other events to raise awareness of
technology transfer activities and opportunities.
- Maintain accurate
records of all IP and licensing activities.
- Prepare reports
on the status of licensing activities and commercialization outcomes for
internal and external stakeholders.
- Monitor and
report on technology transfer metrics and performance indicators.
- Work with TTO team
to promote university technologies and capabilities to potential partners
through various channels, including conferences, meetings, and marketing
materials.
Prerequisite Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., science,
engineering, business).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in technology transfer,
IP management, licensing, or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of patent law, IP protection, and
licensing practices.
- Proven track record of managing licensing agreements.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal
skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders,
including faculty, researchers, industry partners, and legal professionals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a
fast-paced environment.
- At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Bargaining Unit:
PSA
Range/Band:
24
FLSA:
Exempt
Full-Time