Technology Transfer Program Manager

Insight Global; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Technology Transfer Program Manager to lead a growing technology transfer program for a premier scientific research organization in Boulder, CO. This role serves as the primary owner of the organization’s tech transfer function and will mature existing tools, processes, and IP infrastructure into a scalable program.

The successful candidate will evaluate scientific/software innovations for commercialization potential, oversee IP protection, licensing opportunities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in tech transfer.
• 8+ years of progressive technology transfer experience.
• Proven ability to manage IP, licensing, and commercialization.
• Experience evaluating innovations for market potential.
• Knowledge of Bayh-Dole and iEdison reporting.
• Ability to build processes, templates, and governance for tech transfer.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Independent leadership in a matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand a growing technology transfer and commercialization program.
• Oversee invention disclosures, IP protection strategies, and licensing opportunities.
• Partner with researchers, legal, finance, contracts, and business development.
• Negotiate technology transfer agreements and manage IP portfolios.
• Ensure Bayh-Dole and iEdison compliance.
• Develop training programs and improve operational processes.

Skills

Technology transfer leadership

Program management

Market analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Licensing strategies

IP management

Contract negotiation

Independent work in matrixed org

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Earth System Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Technology Management, or related field

Master's or PhD in Earth System Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Technology Management, or related field

Tools

Wellspring

Sophia

Inteum

Salesforce

Job description

• Bachelor's degree in Earth System Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Technology Management, or a related scientific field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of progressive technology transfer experience within a national laboratory, research institution, federally funded research organization, public research university, or similar research-driven environment
• Experience building, scaling, or managing a technology transfer, commercialization, or intellectual property program
• Experience evaluating scientific, software, deep-tech, aerospace, engineering, or physical science innovations for commercial viability and market potential
• Strong background in intellectual property management, including invention disclosures, patent strategy, licensing, commercialization, and technology valuation
• Experience developing and negotiating licensing agreements, option agreements, research agreements, commercialization agreements, and other technology transfer transactions
• Hands‑on experience managing federally funded intellectual property and compliance requirements, including Bayh‑Dole Act regulations and iEdison reporting
• Experience using intellectual property management software platforms (Wellspring, Sophia, Inteum, or similar systems)
• Experience developing processes, policies, agreement templates, workflows, and governance structures for technology transfer programs
• Experience conducting technology assessments, market analysis, customer discovery, and business development activities related to commercialization efforts
• Strong relationship‑building skills with researchers, scientists, legal teams, finance teams, business development organizations, external partners, and prospective licensees
• Experience creating and delivering training programs related to intellectual property, innovation, and technology commercialization
• Ability to work independently as the sole technology transfer leader while navigating a highly matrixed organization
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, customer service, and critical thinking skills

Nice to Have Skills

• Master's degree or PhD in Earth System Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Technology Management, or a related field
• 10+ years of technology transfer experience
• Experience within atmospheric sciences, aerospace, climate science, environmental science, geospatial technologies, advanced computing, software development, or other physical science disciplines
• Experience working with outside patent counsel and intellectual property attorneys
• Experience using Salesforce or another CRM platform for opportunity and relationship management
• Experience developing public‑facing commercialization websites, technology catalogs, or innovation marketing materials
• Involvement with AUTM, CO‑LABS, or other technology transfer and commercialization organizations
• Experience presenting to executive leadership teams, advisory boards, or boards of directors
• Prior experience serving as a standalone technology transfer function or building a program from the ground up

Day to Day Responsibilities

Insight Global is seeking a Technology Transfer Program Manager to lead and expand a growing technology transfer and commercialization program for a premier scientific research organization. This individual will serve as the primary owner of the organization's technology transfer function, taking an existing foundation of tools, processes, and intellectual property infrastructure and maturing it into a comprehensive, scalable program. The Technology Transfer Program Manager will evaluate scientific and software‑based innovations for commercialization potential, oversee invention disclosures, intellectual property protection strategies, licensing opportunities, market assessments, and technology valuation activities. They will partner closely with researchers, scientists, business development teams, legal counsel, finance, contracts, and executive stakeholders to guide innovations through the commercialization lifecycle. On a daily basis, this individual will build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, identify opportunities for licensing and strategic partnerships, negotiate technology transfer agreements, manage intellectual property portfolios, and ensure compliance with federal intellectual property requirements, including Bayh‑Dole and iEdison reporting obligations. They will also develop training programs, improve operational processes, maintain intellectual property records and commercialization systems, support marketing and outreach efforts, and represent the organization within the broader technology transfer community. This role requires a highly independent and strategic professional who can balance intellectual property management, business development, customer engagement, market analysis, and stakeholder collaboration while serving as the central leader of a growing commercialization program. The position follows a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days onsite each week and occasional local travel for partner and customer meetings. This role is offering a base salary of $140,000-$165,000k based on years of experience. If this sounds like the role for you,