Director - Intellectual Property And Technology Transfer

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At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Job Posting Title:

Director

• Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUPBRC ExD - Operations (Guy Joel Lavergne (00012289))

Work Location:

LSU

• Pennington Biomedical

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Director of Intellectual Property (IP) and Technology Transfer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

The Director of Intellectual Property (IP) and Technology Transfer will familiarize faculty with technology transfer in terms of purpose, intellectual property process, and value of commercialization.

Major Responsibilities

• Evaluate invention disclosures received for patentability/protection and market potential.

• Develop and execute invention-specific marketing plans, IP Protection schemes, and commercialization strategies to attract potential licensees.

• License technologies to industry through active marketing and be able to negotiate complex licensing deals.

• Meet with faculty to aid in invention evaluations and to track the progress of continued research related to inventions.

• Work with external intellectual property attorneys and assist with patent and trademark prosecution for inventions.

• Work with Agreement Manager/Coordinator to track and manage invention disclosures, intellectual property and financials related to technology transfer and commercialization activities.

• Negotiate options, licenses, letters of intent, term sheets, confidentiality agreements, material transfer agreements, inter-institutional agreements, etc.

• Participate in discussions and provide advice to support decisions pertaining to the formation of university start-up companies.

• Establish strong relationships with relevant industry executives, investors, entrepreneurs, and researchers in the region, and beyond.

• Help develop and support programs devised to aid in the creation of startup companies by faculty and students.

• Engage in building academic-industry relationships.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in life science, or area of discipline appropriate to the role.

• Minimum of five (5) years of industry experience in marketing, technology development, technology transfer and licensing of academic research and/or business development with the demonstrated ability to be entrepreneurial, identify and make effective contacts with industry resulting in partnerships, collaborations or business relationships.

• Must be a self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to distill and articulate technical concepts in order to communicate effectively with both university scientists and industry representatives across a broad range of technologies.

• Ability to set priorities and work within targeted time frames and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) or master's degree in life science, or area of discipline appropriate to the role.

• Ten or more years of experience in marketing, technology development, technology transfer and licensing of academic research and/or business development with the demonstrated ability to be entrepreneurial, identify and make effective contacts with industry resulting in partnerships, collaborations or business relationships.

• Knowledge of intellectual property protection and patenting.

• Experience working in an academic environment and ability to interact well with faculty.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center (PBRC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Job Description:

La. R.S. 42:31 requires that "any person hired or employed in an unclassified position….and whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to, or exceeds $100,000, shall, within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver's license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana."

This position is not available for remote work.

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Interested candidates should include a cover letter and resume to the online application. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.

Posting Date:

April 22, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.

Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to hrm@pbrc.edu.

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. PBRC and LSU are also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at hrm@pbrc.edu.

Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu.