Senior Licensing Associate

Atcc; Innovation (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in biological resources is seeking a Senior Licensing Associate. This remote position requires prior life science licensing experience and involves managing commercial use inquiries and negotiating agreements. Join a mission-focused team that supports the global scientific community.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid Holidays and PTO

401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Corporate bonus program

Fitness and cell phone subsidies

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5 or more years’ experience in licensing and life sciences required.
• Experience with complex license negotiation.
• Prior business development experience advocated.
• Demonstrated skills in license negotiation and legal agreement drafting.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the licensing program to generate revenue.
• Negotiate and draft complex licensing agreements.
• Track the licensing process and maintain the database.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Scientific degree or life science experience

Job description

Overview

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, is seeking a remote Senior Licensing Associate with some travel required. This role involves managing a portfolio of commercial use inquiries and in/out-licensing opportunities, negotiating agreements, and supporting Senior Management. Prior life science licensing experience is required.

Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.

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Responsibilities

Licensing Operations:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the commercial licensing program to generate revenue.
• Prioritize and handle out-license opportunities and identify potential in-licensing and out-licensing opportunities.
• Conduct research to identify and qualify potential licensees.

Agreement Negotiation:

• Negotiate and draft complex licensing agreements following guidelines in accordance with ATCC mission and business strategy.
• Review and negotiate other collaborative agreements (CDAs, MTAs, MDAs, Amendments).

Data Management:

• Track the licensing process from initial contact through execution.
• Accurately input data in the licensing database and provide regular updates and reports to Senior Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 or more years’ experience or equivalent experience.
• Licensing and life science experience with complex license negotiation required.
• Prior business development experience including strategic and proactive outreach to customers.
• Demonstrated license negotiation and legal agreement drafting skills.
• Scientific degree or prior experience in the life science industry required.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program.

We Invest in You

• Health & Wellness:
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance & AD&D
  • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as Aflac, legal services, and pet insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
• Financial security:
  • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
  • Corporate bonus program
• Mission Focused:
  • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
  • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
  • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission-focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Shape the future of science with us.