Senior Tech Transfer & Licensing Specialist (Med AI)

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Retirement/pension plan

Free financial and legal counseling

Free mental health counseling

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Technology Commercialization Specialist in Houston, Texas. This role will identify, evaluate, and commercialize technologies developed by faculty at the university. Responsibilities include assisting inventors with invention disclosures, evaluating new inventions for market potential, and conducting licensing negotiations. Candidates should possess relevant experience in technology transfer and knowledge of intellectual property law. UTHealth offers comprehensive benefits and requires permanent residency in Texas.

Qualifications

• 2 years of applicable experience for Technology Commercialization Specialist.
• 4 years related experience in commercializing technology for Senior position.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and commercialize technologies developed by faculty.
• Assist inventors with development of invention disclosures.
• Evaluate new inventions for product and market potential.
• Conduct licensing strategies and negotiations.
• Administer complex active licenses and research agreements.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of licensing practices

Intellectual property law knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Doctorate Degree in Life Sciences or Law (for Senior role)

Job description

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Technology Commercialization Specialist in Houston, Texas. This role will identify, evaluate, and commercialize technologies developed by faculty at the university. Responsibilities include assisting inventors with invention disclosures, evaluating new inventions for market potential, and conducting licensing negotiations. Candidates should possess relevant experience in technology transfer and knowledge of intellectual property law. UTHealth offers comprehensive benefits and requires permanent residency in Texas.