The Ohio State University Technology Licensing & Commercialization Office is seeking applications for a Biotechnology Senior Licensing Associate. This position reports to the Outreach and Invention Cultivation Function Lead. The primary responsibilities of this role include review, assessment and recommendations for commercialization of life science technologies disclosed to the office by OUS faculty and staff; detailed invention cultivation of inventive elements in technical information and preparation for patent drafting activities; and support of internal communication strategy and plan and circuit of lab contacts and visits. Related responsibilities include competitive art searching, on inventions in assessment, delivery of training seminars, development of various reports, and relationship manager roles for colleges or departments and external partners. It is expected that the senior LA will contribute to improved processes for the function and interface with other TLC staff to improve unit delivery.<\/p>\n
In 2008, OSU ranked 10th among all universities in research expenditures at $721M, and 2nd in industrial sponsored research. The mission of the Technology Licensing and Commercialization (TLC) office at OSU is to: foster an entrepreneurial culture at The Ohio State University; serve as a catalyst in identifying faculty and staff inventions, maximize their value, and accelerate their adoption in public use; generate a significant, sustainable revenue stream from university intellectual assets with benefits returned to inventors, OSU, and the public.<\/p>\n
For complete position description, job requirements, and online application instructions, go to www.jobsatosu.com<\/a> and search by requisition # 348251<\/strong>. To assure consideration you must apply by December 27, 2009. To build a diverse workforce Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. EEO\/AA employer. This position requires a successful completion of a background check.<\/p>\n