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**Open Date** 09/11/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN16371N

**Job Title** Technology Licensing Associate

**Working Title** Venture Development Partner

**Job Grade** F

**FLSA Code** Administrative

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

**Type** Non Benefited Staff / Student

**Temporary?** Yes

**Standard Hours per Week** 16

**Full Time or Part Time?** Part Time

**Shift** Day

Work Schedule Summary

8 hours a day – two days a week

**Is this a work study job?** No

**VP Area** President

**Department** 00642 - Technology Licensing Office

**Location** Campus

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** $50,000 for six monhs

**Close Date** 12/11/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The University of Utah is building the future of innovation — and we’re seeking a Venture Development Partner for a limited-term, part-time role (6 months, 16 hours/week). This position is designed to mentor faculty founders and early-stage teams in specific industries as they translate research into impactful ventures. The Venture Development Partner will provide targeted guidance on commercialization strategy and fundraising readiness, helping teams refine their business approach, craft compelling pitches, and prepare for investor engagement.

Responsibilities

+ Provide one-on-one and group mentorship to faculty founders and early-stage teams.

+ Guide teams in refining commercialization strategies and business models.

+ Share expertise in startup strategy, market positioning, and early growth planning.

+ Advise teams on crafting investor materials and preparing compelling pitches.

+ Coach founders on engaging with investors and navigating due diligence.

+ Help teams understand and access early funding pathways (grants, seed capital, angel investment, venture funding).

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); two years full-time experience; demonstrated communication and human relations skills; and a commitment to provide excellent customer service required. A Master’s degree preferred.

Preferences

+ Background in entrepreneurship, venture capital, startup operations, or technology commercialization.

+ Expertise in specific technical areas or passion for advancing innovation and helping researchers translate discoveries into impact.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

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