Director, Biomedical Tech Transfer & Partnerships

mcw; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin seeks a Director for the Office of Technology Development to lead IP strategy, licensing negotiations, and industry collaborations. This role drives university-wide tech transfer efforts, protecting assets and expanding partnerships to translate research into products.

Ideal candidate has a PhD in biomedical sciences and at least seven years in tech transfer or BD, with strong leadership and cross-functional communication skills to engage executives and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in biomedical sciences required.
• Minimum seven years in technology transfer or business development.
• Experience licensing IP in biomedical industry.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and handle confidential info.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for the OTD and lead the team.
• Negotiate ownership issues and licenses for technology transfers.
• Develop partnerships with industry to commercialize research results.
• Monitor and report performance of the technology portfolio.
• Represent MCW in biotech industry and pursue collaborations.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; conduct annual reviews.
• Ensure compliance with IP policy and federal regulations.

Skills

Technology transfer

Licensing

Leadership

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Cross-functional collab

Communication

Education

Advanced degree (PhD) in biomedical sciences

Job description

The Medical College of Wisconsin seeks a Director for the Office of Technology Development to lead IP strategy, licensing negotiations, and industry collaborations. This role drives university-wide tech transfer efforts, protecting assets and expanding partnerships to translate research into products.

Ideal candidate has a PhD in biomedical sciences and at least seven years in tech transfer or BD, with strong leadership and cross-functional communication skills to engage executives and