Licensing Associate

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

Reporting to the Director of Intellectual Property Development and Commercialization, the Licensing Associate leads the commercial assessment of technology arising from N.C. A&T research.

The Licensing Associate evaluates, advances and licenses N.C. A&T inventions by assessing intellectual property rights, exploring commercialization opportunities, and coordinating access to resources.

The Licensing Associate develops and executes marketing and licensing strategies, identifies valuation and financial terms for license negotiations, helps draft and negotiate intellectual property-related agreements, and manages active license agreements.

The Licensing Associate also helps the Office meet reporting obligations to inventors, patent counsel, licensees, and funding entities.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

An 1890 land-grant doctoral high research activity university, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University prepares students to advance the human condition and facilitate economic growth in North Carolina and beyond by providing a preeminent and diverse educational experience through teaching, research, and scholarly application of knowledge.

With a student body in excess of 13,400 students, approximately 850 faculty and research awards of over $100M, NC A&T offers undergraduate and graduate degrees through 8 colleges, JSNN (joint school), the Honors College and the Graduate College.

The University graduates the largest number of African American students in engineering, science, agriculture and technology in the nation. It offers over 59 Bachelors, 36 Masters, 11 Ph.D. programs; and 43 fully online and certificate programs.

The University is one of the 17 constituent units of the University of North Carolina (UNC) and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

The university's 2030 strategic plan focuses on interdisciplinary scholarly activities, innovative pathways to track and acquire academic certificates and degrees, designing for diverse student populations, including post-traditional students, disadvantaged and students with disabilities; and use of advanced technologies, including process automation, to streamline and simplify business operations.

Primary Function of Division : The Division of Research and Innovation is the official unit administering and managing sponsored program activities at N.C. A&T, including comprehensive pre-award and post-award functions, and is the administrative home for the Office of Compliance and Ethics. The Division is also responsible for transfer of technology arising from university research into the marketplace and engaging corporate sponsors in sponsored research projects. The Division interfaces with other administrative units such as Academic Affairs, Strategic Partnerships & Economic Development, Legal Affairs, Facilities, Information Technology Services, Purchasing, and Human Resources.

Primary Function of Office : The Office of Intellectual Property Development and Commercialization is charged with the cultivation, assessment, protection and commercialization of N.C. A&T intellectual property. The Office is the liaison between the Division and patent prosecution law firms, agencies and businesses, as well as the chief business and contractual link for technology transfer efforts, leading efforts to form partnerships with private businesses, both established companies and start-ups. The Office manages administration of the university's licensee relationships, facilitation of relationships with prospective licensees, and negotiating / revising / terminating licenses as needed. The Office also trains university researchers and students, encouraging them to engage in IP identification, protection, and commercialization.

Minimum Requirements

• Post-Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college / university in a STEM, law, or business discipline; or an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in a STEM or business discipline and two or more years of relevant experience in (a) technology transfer related to managing the flow of research innovation, invention disclosures, patent prosecutions, and technology commercialization or (b) Industrial business development experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Required License or Certification

None

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Position Information

Working Title

Licensing Associate

Position Number

009387

Recruitment Salary Range

Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

40 hours / week, 12 months

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division

Asst VC Outreach / Economic Dev

Organizational Location

VC for Research & Econ Develop

Organizational Unit

Intellectual Property Development and Commercialization

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA2571

Open Date

02 / 19 / 2025

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

03 / 31 / 2025

Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings : Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

02 / 28 / 2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more :

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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