Senior Tech Licensing & Commercialization Leader

University System of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

University System of New Hampshire is seeking a Senior Technology Licensing & Commercialization Manager to advance research toward practical use and public impact. You will independently manage a portfolio from invention disclosures through market engagement, licensing, startup formation, and post-transaction stewardship, collaborating with faculty, inventors, investors, and patent counsel.

The role requires proactive deal structuring, external engagement, and prioritizing opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years in technology transfer, licensing, or related field.
• Experience negotiating technology-related agreements or licenses.
• Ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear commercial opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate invention disclosures for commercial potential and development pathways.
• Lead or support negotiation and execution of technology licenses and related agreements.
• Develop commercialization strategies, milestones, and resource recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for licensing, startup formation, sponsored research, or collaborations.
• Coordinate internal reviews with legal counsel, administration, and finance; maintain records.

Skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

Market assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree (MBA/JD/PhD)

Job description

University System of New Hampshire is seeking a Senior Technology Licensing & Commercialization Manager to advance research toward practical use and public impact. You will independently manage a portfolio from invention disclosures through market engagement, licensing, startup formation, and post-transaction stewardship, collaborating with faculty, inventors, investors, and patent counsel.

The role requires proactive deal structuring, external engagement, and prioritizing opportunities for