Licensing Associate

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Panther Innovations at Georgia State University is seeking a Licensing Associate to join the technology transfer team. You will review invention disclosures, manage faculty relationships, and facilitate interactions with industry partners to negotiate commercialization agreements.

As part of a small unit, you will work with stakeholders across GSU campuses and federal agencies, supporting IP protection and market development for university innovations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Life Science or related field.
• Working knowledge and understanding of US patent and contract law.
• Experience working in a university administrative setting or business.
• RTTP or CLP certification.

Responsibilities

• Review invention disclosures and assess intellectual property value.
• Support faculty relationships and liaise with industry partners in licensing.
• Negotiate licenses, NDAs and related agreements for commercialization.
• Collaborate with legal affairs, GSURF, and other university units on IP management and outreach.

Skills

Patent law knowledge

Contract law

University admin

RTTP/CLP cert

Education

Ph.D. in Life Science or related field

Job description

Licensing Associate

Office of Research

Georgia State University

Panther Innovations

Panther Innovations (PI) at Georgia State University works to ensure that great ideas find their way out of the lab and into the hands of the people who need them. It plays a critical role in developing and protecting the intellectual property of the Georgia State research community. The office makes new discoveries available to business, industry and trade partners, driving economic growth and providing an opportunity for the public to benefit from research breakthroughs.

The Licensing Associate is responsible for reviewing new invention disclosures, managing relationships with faculty, facilitating interactions with industry partners, and negotiating contracts relating to commercialization efforts.

Panther Innovations is seeking (1) dedicated and experienced Licensing Associate

WHAT MAKES Georgia State University A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

This position will join an experienced and dedicated technology transfer team of licensing professionals who work with GSU investigators to discover, analyze, protect, market and commercialize innovations. The transfer of innovations to companies that can create products is how GSU’s research has a real-world impact on our community and the world. The work is challenging and engaging, and you will work with stakeholders across GSU’s campuses and federal agencies.

The Licensing Associate is a crucial member of the Panther Innovations team and works closely with faculty, legal affairs, GSURF, OSPA, other university partners and licensees. As part of a small unit, licensing roles requires a level of experience in the field of science, business, and law, as well as a varied skill set. This position reports directly to the Director, Panther Innovations and has no direct reports.

The essential duties and responsibilities of Licensing Associate are the following:

• Invention review - Review, research, and assess new discoveries and innovations for commercial value, patentability, marketability, and technical understanding.
• Intellectual property protection - Assist Georgia State legal counsel in seeking patent protection for Georgia State inventions and managing patent prosecution activities.
• Portfolio Management- manage portfolio on IP assets and corresponding relationships with faculty, provide feedback and guidance to faculty regarding inventions and discoveries, assist faculty in navigating the patent process, help faculty seek additional funding and resources to further development of Georgia State inventions and discoveries.
• Business Development - Market innovations to potential industry partners and participate in other business development activities.
• Contracts and agreements - Negotiate contracts related to commercialization (non-disclosure agreements, license agreements, etc.).
• Community outreach - Assist OTTC and other research administration staff in raising local, regional, and national awareness of commercialization activities and research at Georgia State.
• Professional Development - participate in professional development and training opportunities.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

College/Business Unit
: Research & Sponsored Programs
Department: Panther Innovations
Location
: Atlanta Campus
Shift: 8:30AM- 5:15PM
Salary : $79,400 - $126,900
Pay Grade: NPP
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)
Job Posting
: 10/28/26, 1:53:06 PM
Closing Date
: 11/10/26, 11:59:00 PM

Minimum Requirements:

Ph.D. in Life Science or related field and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Requirements:

• Working knowledge and understanding of US patent and contract law.
• Experience working in a university administrative setting or business.
• RTTP or CLP certification.