Hourly Pooled - Technology Transfer Intern

The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position!  We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community.  We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today! 

JOB TITLE:   

Technology Transfer Office Intern 

JOB PURPOSE:   

Interns will assist in the promotion in the utilization and commercialization of the University’s research outcomes and activities. More specifically, interns will assist in the following areas: (1) assessment and analysis of new technologies, (2) development of cost-effective intellectual property protection strategies, (3) identification of specific markets and market niches related to these commercialization opportunities; (4) develop marketing materials, (5) develop effective social media strategies to promote the technology transfer activities of the university, and (6) negotiation of various research promotion and commercialization agreements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Learning Objectives:

• Working knowledge of federal, state and institutional technology transfer policies
• Forms of IP Protection
• The US patent process
• How to assess new intellectual property disclosures
• Patent search strategies and analysis
• Intellectual property marketing principles
• Using social media and Web resources to promote technology transfer
• Developing “elevator pitches” and marketing materials
• Types of intellectual property agreements
• Developing licensing strategies
• Option and License agreements; anatomy of such agreements; extracting value
• Implementing a Patent Cooperation Treaty strategy
• Negotiation skills
• Creating start-up companies
• Licensing support activities; compliance; databases
• Ethics

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position is eligible for remote work and/or a flexible work schedule pending discussion and manager approval.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Currently enrolled in MS/MA/MBA/JD or BS/BA degree with 90 hours towards a BA/BS degree
• Preferred majors/degrees: marketing, business, technical/STEM, legal, communications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Creative skills
• Knowledge of Web and social media
• MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel (preferred)
• Applicants will be expected to submit a written narrative

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

Cover letter (no more than 500 words) should include the following demonstrating how their previous experience would contribute to their success as an intern:

• Goals: Describe your goals and interests and explain how this opportunity may enable you to achieve those. 
• Skills: List your professional/technical skills and abilities that are relevant to this opportunity.
• Professional Experience: Detail any research, technical and/or professional experience that was focused on technology development, technology commercialization, and/or entrepreneurship.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity.  In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/