Technology Marketing Associate
Company: University of California - Irvine
Location: Irvine
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Opening ID: 46964Reports To: IP Supervisor IIWorking Title:
Technology Marketing AssociateDepartment: Research Translation
GroupBargaining Unit: 99FLSA: ExemptPayroll Job Code: 006237Job
Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: 8-5
M-FEmployee Class: Career Position Summary: Beall Applied
Innovation supports and provides resources to faculty, Innovators
and entrepreneurs. BAI plays a critical role in building a modern
Inclusive American Dream where UCI Innovation meets industry and
accelerate' s discoveries and proved entrepreneurs what they need
to succeed. Beall Applied Innovation facilitates connections
between UCI and Industry. Our building, known as the COVE provides
entrepreneurs access to University inventions and talent, guides
large corporations to tap into the school's research capabilities,
and works with investors wanting to financially support promising
new companies. The Technology Marketing Associate will perform
in-depth evaluation of technologies for patentability and licensing
potential. For each technology, incumbent will identify product
markets along with potential licensees, develop a targeted
marketing strategy, draft and assemble marketing materials
(including non-confidential technical descriptions), and provide
technology analysis reports to the Licensing Officers responsible
for licensing the invention. Incumbent will manage and mentor a
group of RTG Fellows who will help with technology analysis and
marketing efforts. Incumbent will be responsible for training,
managing work flow, interviewing and selecting interns, along with
professional development and overall management of the fellowship
program. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of
Licensing, the incumbent manages a portfolio of University
intellectual property, making recommendations regarding the
evaluation, protection and commercialization of such inventions.
The incumbent uses internal and external databases and information
resources and consults with University researchers, industry
representatives and patent counsel, as appropriate. The incumbent
will participate in negotiation of agreements with industry along
with Licensing Officers and will work with faculty to evaluate and
manage inventions. The successful candidate will have an advanced
degree in life sciences or physical sciences (PhD preferred) or
applicable work experience, and 3+ years of work experience in the
areas of early stage technology evaluation and analysis of
intellectual property. Knowledge of current developments and trends
in relevant business sectors is desirable. License Agreements:
Negotiates company financial terms, including appropriate upfront
fees, royalty rates, maintenance fees, milestone payments and
minimum royalties. Constructs due diligence/developmental timeline
for the commercialization of the technology to which licensee must
adhere. Keeps supervisor updated on negotiations and reviews terms
with supervisor prior to presenting to company. Keeps assigned
portfolio current. Regularly inactivates cases in his/her portfolio
that no longer have commercial potential or have no remaining
patent rights. Keeps in close contact with inventors in order to
track new developments in the technology and upcoming
publications/presentations that may change the patent or commercial
outlook for the technology. Compensation Range: $74,000.00 -
$143,000.00 Department Website:
https://innovation.uci.edu/research-translation-group/ Required:
Experience within the research/technology sectors active and of
priority to the university, including those related to medicine,
engineering, and physical and life sciences. Advanced degree in the
sciences, or equivalent amount of education and experience;
terminal degree in sciences, business, or law preferred. Ability to
understand and interpret inventions for patentability,
marketability, and overall applicability to respective industry s
current and predicted future interests. Exceptional writing and
editing skills with demonstrated success writing clear, engaging,
accurate and well-structured marketing materials for relevant
audiences in business and/or science. Ability to work well with
people, and use skill and sensitivity in internal and external
relations. Strong organizational and time management skills,
including the ability to manage office priorities and the ability
to multitask and adjust quickly to new assignments and priorities.
Ability to work independently, as well as part of the RTG and
marketing/communications teams. Preferred: The successful candidate
will have an advanced degree in life sciences or physical sciences
(PhD preferred) or applicable work experience, and 3+ years of work
experience in the areas of early stage technology evaluation and
analysis of intellectual property. Knowledge of current
developments and trends in relevant business sectors is desirable.
Final candidate subject to background check. As a federal
contractor, UC Irvine is required to use E-Verify to confirm the
work status of individuals assigned to perform substantial work
under certain federal contracts/subcontracts.
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive
excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age,
protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by
the UC nondiscrimination policy.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with
disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact
Human Resources at (949) 824-0500.
Keywords: University of California - Irvine, Lake Forest , Technology Marketing Associate, IT / Software / Systems , Irvine, California
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