Beall Applied Innovation Assistant Director, Licensing

University of California Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick and vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

The University of California Irvine is seeking an Assistant Director, Licensing to manage a portfolio of intellectual property in biomedical and life sciences. The role involves overseeing the licensing team and developing strategies for commercialization.

Candidates should have an advanced degree and significant experience in technology licensing along with strong communication and organizational skills. The expected annual compensation is $180,000–$200,000 with benefits included.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in the pharmaceutical biotechnology industry.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to manage technology licensing agreements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of intellectual property in biomedical and life sciences.
• Develop commercialization strategies and negotiate license agreements.
• Lead the Life Science licensing team.

Skills

Current market knowledge

Familiarity with patent law

Ability to work collaboratively

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Market research skills

Judgment and decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Advanced degree in biomedical sciences

Job description

Beall Applied Innovation Assistant Director, Licensing

Location: Irvine, California

About the Role

Reporting to the Director of the Research Translation Group, the Assistant Director, Licensing is a full‑time licensing professional who manages a portfolio of intellectual property in the biomedical and life sciences and leads the Life Science licensing team. The role involves interacting with faculty members, including clinical investigators and research scientists, at the UC Irvine Medical Center and the main campus. The Associate will independently manage inventions from conception to commercialization and will build productive relationships with industry leaders through communication and outreach. Additional duties include assessing technologies for patentability and commercialization, managing the patent process, developing commercialization strategies, negotiating and monitoring license agreements, and drafting and executing IP‑related agreements.

Qualifications

• Current market knowledge and networks in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and therapeutic business sectors.
• Strong familiarity with patent law and the role of intellectual property in business practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners, including clinical investigators.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Strong familiarity with university policy related to intellectual property and licensing.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Self‑starter able to manage a complex portfolio of diverse technologies and multitask effectively.
• Ability to stay abreast of national and international developments in IP license and research agreements.
• Ability to direct, motivate, and lead professional staff.
• Skills in market research, projection, and valuation methods, and in accessing information from databases.
• Ability to clearly communicate matters of law, policy, and science to diverse constituencies.
• Knowledge of the medical sciences, evidenced by an advanced postgraduate degree in biomedical sciences, with research and technical experience.
• Advanced judgment, decision‑making, creativity, problem‑solving, and critical analysis skills.
• Ability to quickly assess new technology and incorporate it into operations.
• Ability to pivot and remain flexible when presented with new information.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Advanced degree required.
• Minimum five years of experience in the pharmaceutical biotechnology industry, technology transfer, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five years of experience in technology licensing, including negotiation of IP contracts and execution of licensing agreements.
• Minimum three years of supervisory experience leading a team.

Benefits & Compensation

The expected annual compensation for this position is $180,000–$200,000. Benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and various discounts and perks.

Conditions of Employment

• Background check and live scan
• Employment misconduct disclosure
• Legal right to work in the United States
• Vaccination policies
• Smoking and tobacco policy
• Drug‑free environment
• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E‑Verify
• Pre‑placement health evaluation

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 Anti‑Discrimination Policy. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Work Authorization Sponsorship

Applicants must be able to provide proof of work authorization. Sponsorship is not available.