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Licensing Analyst

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Job Title Licensing Analyst
Position Number 500430
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department AAH REDE Econ and Comm Engage Admin
Department Homepage https://rede.ecu.edu/innovation/
Advertising Department RESEARCH, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title Research Associate
Working Title Licensing Analyst
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $73,881 - $80,915
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Non-Faculty
Job Category Non-Faculty Instructional & Research
Organizational Unit Overview
The Office of Research, Economic Development and Engagement (REDE) is responsible for research policy and integrity, research administration and contract negotiations across ECU for both the main campus and the health sciences campus. The office directs new intellectual enterprises, including technology transfer. Industry, military and government agency research partnerships and community engagement and economic development activities across the eastern half of North Carolina are also managed by the office. REDE is responsible for the following units under its umbrella: Office of Research Administration, Office of Human Subjects Protections, Office of Research Integrity & Compliance, Office of Research Development, Office of National Security & Industry Initiatives, Office of Economic & Community Engagement, Office of Innovation & New Ventures, Office of Licensing & Commercialization, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, Office of Undergraduate Research, and the Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee.
Job Duties
The Office of Licensing and Commercialization has the goal of translating early-stage innovations into impact through research, entrepreneurship, and commercialization. The Licensing Analyst will learn and perform various aspects of business opportunity assessment, intellectual property strategy, business intelligence, market analysis, negotiation tactics, and agreement review. This position is open to individuals who have knowledge of, and experience in, invention and innovation processes, technology transfer, entrepreneurism, and have a willingness to use these skills to enhance university commercialization activities related to faculty research discoveries.
Licensing Analyst will perform the following activities:

Experiential Activities (60%)
  • Learning policies, procedures and regulations concerning technology transfer practices and intellectual property protection.
  • Scouting and assessing innovations for marketability and intellectual property protection.
  • Providing assessment reports to innovators and office staff.
  • Developing business strategies to advance novel research discoveries.
  • Conducting customer interviews to confirm market need.
  • Supporting the ECU Patent Committee.
  • Serving as an advocate for innovation, entrepreneurship and commercialization.
  • Networking with internal and external partners

Innovation Acceleration Activities (20%)
  • Identifying consultants, contract research organizations and/or third parties that can assist in translating innovations.
  • Assisting innovators with developing prototype(s) and/or experimental proof of concept.
  • Managing access to Licensing & Commercialization equipment and/or resources.
  • Providing review of commercialization grant proposals.

Instructional Activities (10%)
  • Project lead/manager for special programs. Special programs may include software implementation and oversight, conferences, events, student mentoring and/or other projects supported by the Office of Licensing and Commercialization. Duties may include preparing advertising materials, developing course materials, mentoring, operations management, and outcome assessment.

Data Management Activities (10%)
  • Entering and tracking invention disclosures and agreements.
  • Analyzing and preparing reports regarding licensing.

The Licensing Analyst is expected to demonstrate compliance with established federal, state, and university guidelines and regulatory standards for research including biosafety, responsible conduct of research and human subjects training.
Contingent upon availability of funds.
Minimum Education/Experience
Post-Baccalaureate degree in a STEM discipline required; for candidates demonstrating professional-level background in technology transfer, will accept an undergraduate degree and 2 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. Technology transfer experience would be related to managing the flow of research innovation, disclosures, patents, trademarks, copyrights and other aspects of technology commercialization.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
  • Three or more years’ experience in academic technology transfer and/or industry business development experience;
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality;
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and other commonly used software/database products.
Special Instructions to Applicant
East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.
2-3 original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section in the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date 08/10/2023
Open Until Filled No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 08/24/2023
Initial Screening Begins 08/25/2023
Rank Level
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/64290
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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