Technology Transfer & IP Manager

MIT Lincoln Laboratory; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plans

MIT-funded pension

Matching 401K

Paid leave

Job summary

MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA, seeks a Technology Manager to join the Intellectual Property team within the Technology Transfer Office. The role focuses on protecting Lincoln Laboratory's innovations and supporting technology transfers, licenses, and collaboration agreements.

The ideal candidate has broad technical skills, an interest in IP management, strong communication, and the ability to work with staff across departments while navigating federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in physical sciences or engineering.
• Strong oral and written communication to present ideas clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple IP-related projects with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze technology disclosures across Lab.
• Support patent strategies and prosecution aligned with national priorities.
• Protect non-patentable assets, including open-source licensing.
• Perform prior art and market assessments for portfolio technologies.
• Promote IP awareness for collaboration opportunities across LL staff.
• Serve as a resource on technology transfer pathways.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interfacing with staff

Independent / collaborative

National security understanding

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in physical sciences or engineering

Tools

Python

Data analysis tools

Job description

MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA, seeks a Technology Manager to join the Intellectual Property team within the Technology Transfer Office. The role focuses on protecting Lincoln Laboratory's innovations and supporting technology transfers, licenses, and collaboration agreements.

The ideal candidate has broad technical skills, an interest in IP management, strong communication, and the ability to work with staff across departments while navigating federal requirements.