Intellectual Property Licensing Specialist

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas A&M University System Offices seeks an Intellectual Property Specialist to support the licensing team in IP matters for the system's technology portfolio managed by Texas A&M Innovation.

The role involves reviewing and monitoring the monthly IP docketing report and assisting licensing staff to manage upcoming actions by serving as a key liaison between licensing staff, operations staff, and outside patent counsel on administrative matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; experience in a legal or paralegal role.
• Two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IP management actions with Licensing Team and identify outside counsel as needed.
• IP docket monitoring to track deadlines for filings, office actions, and maintenance fees.
• Liaison with outside counsel to ensure timely patent filings and expense reviews.
• Liaison with General Counsel's Office for information on outside counsel contracts and selections.
• Process improvement and reporting; maintain workflows related to IP management; provide activity reports on request.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The Texas A&M University System Offices seeks an Intellectual Property Specialist to support the licensing team in IP matters for the system's technology portfolio managed by Texas A&M Innovation.

The role involves reviewing and monitoring the monthly IP docketing report and assisting licensing staff to manage upcoming actions by serving as a key liaison between licensing staff, operations staff, and outside patent counsel on administrative matters.