Licensing Manager jobs in Concord, NH

Hanover, NH
Onsite preferred but will consider Hybrid work arrangement with finalist(s).

Reporting to the Director and collaborating with the collegial Technology Transfer team and researchers and other Dartmouth colleagues, the Senior Business Development and Licensing Manager will manage intellectual property and commercialize research assets from Dartmouth College, with a focus on life sciences and biomedical devices. They will be responsible for supporting Dartmouth researchers and advancing Dartmouth technology for the betterment of the world by identifying, evaluating, marketing, and licensing Dartmouth inventions and intellectual property assets, developing relationships with industry collaborators, supporting Dartmouth start-up companies, and advancing entrepreneurship.

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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Evaluation of Intellectual Property and Licensing - Develops collaborative relationships with faculty and other investigators and encourages and facilitates disclosures of ideas and inventions for potential commercial development Analyzes patentability and coordinates the patent application and prosecution process with outside counsel. Performs market research and evaluation of potential value of IP assets and works closely with inventors to design strategies for development and commercializing of licensable intellectual property generated at Dartmouth through relationships with industry and through start-up companies. Identifies and develops relationships with industry sponsors, investors, and licensees. . Analyzes, structures, drafts, and negotiates term sheets, option and license agreements, and other agreements and documents relating to protection and commercialization of IP assets. Monitors ongoing agreements and manages license agreements for compliance. Works on joint IP and collaborations among Dartmouth and Dartmouth Health and other institutions and entities and collaborates with the Magnuson Center for Entrepreneurship. Works collaboratively and strategically with inventors and administrators, outside patent counsel, licensing attorneys, industry representatives, and community members in the conduct of technology transfer activities.

Technology Transfer Office Operations - Develops and implements effective strategies for protecting and commercializing Dartmouth intellectual property rights, educating clinicians, researchers, staff and administrators on related law, policies, and strategies and ensuring adherence to compliance procedures and federal regulations. Works with faculty, researchers, staff and administrators throughout Dartmouth College, including Geisel School of Medicine, Thayer School of Engineering, and the Magnuson Center for Entrepreneurship, regarding intellectual property, conflicts of interest, export control, compliance, and confidentiality issues. Maintains, improves, drafts, and develops agreements for routine and non-routine technology transfer transactions. Develops and delivers informational sessions and educational workshops for the Dartmouth community, including faculty, students, and staff. Attends professional development sessions to develop and maintain knowledge related to all aspects of technology transfer, its regulation, efficient service to the institution, and industry contacts. Participates in the development of Dartmouth technology transfer infrastructure, policies, and procedures. . Maintains records of Dartmouth IP and licensing activities and monitors accuracy and completeness of database records.