Strategic Contracts Director, Tech Transfer

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University in Boston seeks an Associate Director of Contracts to lead technology transfer contracting for strategic partnerships with industry and researchers. The role ensures timely execution, mitigates institutional risk, and drives contracting process improvements to support commercialization of the university's intellectual property.

The position requires strong managerial skills, expert negotiation and drafting capabilities, and the ability to collaborate with the Office of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, with strong practical experience in technology licensing and contract negotiation.
• JD or equivalent preferred for enhanced licensing and IP expertise.
• Experience negotiating and drafting technology transfer and commercialization agreements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and finalize technology transfer and commercialization agreements across license types and collaborations.
• Evaluate risk and mitigate exposure while guiding internal stakeholders and escalating complex issues.
• Lead contract execution, ensure policy compliance, and drive process improvements.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting agreements

Legal knowledge

Communication

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Master's degree in Law or Business

Job description

Northeastern University in Boston seeks an Associate Director of Contracts to lead technology transfer contracting for strategic partnerships with industry and researchers. The role ensures timely execution, mitigates institutional risk, and drives contracting process improvements to support commercialization of the university's intellectual property.

The position requires strong managerial skills, expert negotiation and drafting capabilities, and the ability to collaborate with the Office of