• Licensing Manager

    Texas A&M University System (College Station, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Licensing Manager

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M University System Offices

     

    Department

     

    Texas A&M Innovation

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    College Station, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

     

    The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan with 8.25% employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

    Salary:

    Commensurate with experience.

    Job Description Summary:

    The Licensing Manager, under direction, manages a comprehensive intellectual property program for the assigned Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) member. Evaluates portfolios of innovations in various stages of development, tangible research properties, and copyright materials developed within TAMUS for technical utility, commercial potential, and available protection under Federal and State statutes.

     

    Responsibilities:- Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates new disclosures for technical development, patentability, commercial potential, and practical utilities. Recommends strategies for statutory protection and best paths to market. Conducts market research, projections, and valuations of technologies.

     

    - Contacts potential licensees and explains possible utilities and value of new innovations to entice their interest. Negotiates reasonable terms and conditions for licensing rights to use technologies with potential licensees.

     

    - Assists Senior Managers in mentoring licensing staff on topics related to marketing activities and proposed terms for licenses/options.

     

    - Assists faculty and researchers in disclosing novel intellectual property to TAMUS Technology Commercialization.

     

    - Assists in the implementation of campus-wide educational programs to increase the general awareness of intellectual property issues.

     

    - Interacts with Development Officers, Sponsored Research Services, and academic departments/Colleges as a resource for intellectual property matters. Interacts with business and investment communities to promote utilization of TAM US innovations for economic development.

     

    Education and Experience:- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Sciences, or Life Sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience.- Five years of related experience.

     

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

     

    - Strong analytical and organizational skills.

     

    - Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

     

    - Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

     

    - Ability to draft and interpret legal language in contracts and other documents.

     

    - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

    Other Requirements:

    This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

     

    All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

     

    Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.