Strategic IP Licensing Manager

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester seeks a Licensing Manager to administer and promote its intellectual property programs, ensuring compliance and supporting technology transfer activities. You will negotiate license agreements, manage patent filing and maintenance, and coordinate with researchers, departments, and external counsel to maximize commercialization of university innovations.

Strong communication, negotiation skills, and knowledge of IP law are essential as you build relationships with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably biomedical.
• Advanced degree in business, law or sciences preferred.
• 3 years of relevant experience in high-tech or biomedical IP/licensing.

Responsibilities

• Administers IP programs and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Negotiates and maintains license agreements.
• Coordinates patent filing and maintenance processes.
• Supports technology transfer and education initiatives.
• Liaisons with researchers, deans and external counsel.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Project management

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Advanced degree in business/law/sciences

3 years of relevant experience

Tools

IP portfolio management

Patent filing process

Job description

The University of Rochester seeks a Licensing Manager to administer and promote its intellectual property programs, ensuring compliance and supporting technology transfer activities. You will negotiate license agreements, manage patent filing and maintenance, and coordinate with researchers, departments, and external counsel to maximize commercialization of university innovations.

Strong communication, negotiation skills, and knowledge of IP law are essential as you build relationships with