Pacific Northwest National Laboratory ยท 4 days ago
Associate Commercialization Manager
Richland, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$108K/yr - $163K/yr
3+ years expPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution focused on solving national security and energy resiliency challenges. They are seeking an Associate Commercialization Manager to work with scientists and engineers to transition innovative technologies to industry, particularly in areas such as artificial intelligence and advanced computing.
Biomass EnergyEnergyGovernmentProduct ResearchSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Developing, maintaining, and sustaining strong working relationships with PNNL researchers and research management
Identifying research programs with potential to generate new intellectual property, including AI-enabled technologies, software platforms, and integrated hardware-software systems
Serving as an internal liaison for designated laboratory research organizations on intellectual property protection, including patenting and copyright protections for commercialization
Conveying technology transfer principles and guidance to research staff to foster well-informed and engaged PNNL inventor-researchers
Collaborating with researchers and staff to evaluate invention disclosures, conduct prior art searches, develop commercialization plans, and conduct market research
Supporting research missions by identifying potential industry partners, including startups, established companies, hyperscalers, and device or hardware manufacturers
Identifying and engaging partners and supporting the structuring and negotiation of sponsored research partnerships, technology transfer engagements and licensing agreements
Collaborating with other commercialization managers to ensure effective stewardship and handoff of assets aligned with other technology portfolios
Qualification
Required
BS/BA and 5 years of relevant experience -OR-
MS/MA or higher and 3 years of relevant experience
Preferred
Degree in science or engineering field
Experience in a technical or scientific organization or technology-based business environment
Experience in intellectual property management and/or patent prosecution
Demonstrated experience working in or with private-sector product development, commercialization, or marketing functions
Familiarity with artificial intelligence technologies, software development workflows, and AI model development processes
Exposure to or experience working with hyperscalers, microelectronics firms, device manufacturers, or hardware-focused technology companies
Direct work experience in a research, prototype development, or technology deployment organization
Demonstrated skill or formal training in negotiating agreements and program or technology sales
Minimal prior technology transfer experience acceptable, with demonstrated ability to learn and grow in this area
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Robust telehealth care options
Several mental health benefits
Free wellness coaching
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Basic life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Tuition assistance
Relocation
Backup childcare
Legal benefits
Supplemental parental bonding leave
Surrogacy and adoption assistance
Fertility support
Company-funded pension plan
401 (k) savings plan with company match
Up to 120 vacation hours per year
Ten paid holidays per year
Company
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory operates as a government research laboratory.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2022-07-14Grant
2018-07-16Grant
Leadership Team
Allison Campbell
Associate Laboratory Director for Earth and Biological Sciences
Deborah Gracio
Laboratory Director
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