Director of Technology Transfer & Biomedical Innovation

Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee seeks a Director of the Office of Technology Development to lead the transfer of biomedical discoveries into commercial products. You will oversee IP management, licensing strategies, and cross‑functional collaboration with faculty and industry partners to move innovations toward patient impact.

Ideal candidate holds a PhD in biomedical sciences with at least seven years in tech transfer or business development within an academic setting, including

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in biomedical sciences with strong research background.
• Proven ability to negotiate licensing agreements and collaborate with industry partners.
• Experience in academic technology transfer and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee discovery to commercialization of MCW IP and manage intellectual property portfolio.
• Lead technology transfer team and ensure compliance with federal regulations and policies.
• Develop research partnerships and industry collaborations to license technologies.

Skills

Technology transfer

IP licensing

Biomedical sciences

Cross-functional leadership

Negotiation

Education

Doctorate/PhD in biomedical sciences

Job description

The Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee seeks a Director of the Office of Technology Development to lead the transfer of biomedical discoveries into commercial products. You will oversee IP management, licensing strategies, and cross‑functional collaboration with faculty and industry partners to move innovations toward patient impact.

Ideal candidate holds a PhD in biomedical sciences with at least seven years in tech transfer or business development within an academic setting, including