Intellectual Property And Technology Transfer Specialist

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

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Short Description

The Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Specialist manages the administration and maintenance of Cooper University Health's worldwide intellectual property portfolio (involving patents, copyrights, trademarks and licensing), as well as preparation of legal documents and providing other documentation and compliance support. The position also provides the opportunity to learn about and contribute to all steps in the technology transfer processs, from prior art searching, market assessment, licensing and venture creation.

The ideal candidate is energetic, able to work independently and with a team, flexible, and highly organized with an extreme attention to detail. The successful incumbent must be able to juggle multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and a positive attitude. This position reports to the Cooper Innovation Center Director and will be located on the campus of Cooper University Health in Camden, New Jersey.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field

• Demonstrated experience and/or demonstrated interest in technology transfer and IP prosecution matters

• Demonstrated project management experience

• Strong communication skills across multi-disciplinary teams

• Demonstrated experience with event planning or event support

• Demonstrated experience using office software such as databases, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and email

• Strong problem solving skills

The preferred candidate will have an educational background in or related field to medicine, the natural sciences, business, information technology or engineering with a degree or continuing to persue a degree with an interest in technology transfer. A candidate with paralegal training will also be given preferred consideration.

Experience Required

Completion of a Bachelor degree with in a field related to medicine, the natural sciences, business, information technology or engineering.

Demonstrated interest in technology development or technology transfer.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Preferred:

Graduate degree in a STEM field or demonstrated experience and aptitude in research.