Cornell University · 13 hours ago
Associate Director, Business Development & Licensing, Biomedical Focus
Ithaca, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$122K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expCornell University is seeking an Associate Director for Business Development and Licensing with a focus on biomedical technology. The role involves managing a large biomedical technology portfolio, assessing inventions, developing business, and negotiating contracts in the technology transfer field.
BiotechnologyHigher EducationMedicalUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Helping faculty and researchers crystallize inventive ideas and disclose inventions, tangible and copyrightable materials to the University
Continuously assessing business needs in target industries by establishing, maintaining, and growing business development contacts with industry and the investment community
Constructing reasonable and fair financial deals for complex intellectual property transactions including IP licenses, inter-institutional agreements, corporate financing documents, industry sponsored research agreements and other related commercial agreements
Supporting the creation and growth of startups based on Cornell technologies
Managing long-term relationships with licensees and startups
Leading a functional team in technology protection, marketing and licensing in selected technology areas with designated authorities by the Executive Director
Mentoring junior team members in the Business Development and Licensing team for technology management and licensing negotiations
Acting as a thought partner to the Executive Director to develop, design, and lead implementation of new strategies, guidelines, and processes to support our office mission
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in a science or engineering field, especially one related to the biomedical sector, and at least 5 years of experience in business development and technology management in industry, venture, or academic technology transfer; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Proven ability to interact with a wide range of people in a professional and ethical manner, including faculty, students, business development professionals, and lawyers with excellent communication skills and proven sensitivity
Ability to manage confidential information
Ability to manage multiple complex and competing priorities and align divergent stakeholders
Preferred
PhD in science or engineering
Advanced degree in business or law (MBA or JD)
7-10 years of business development experience
CLP certification
Benefits
Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program
Company
Cornell University
Cornell is a privately endowed research university and a partner of the State University of New York.
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Funding
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David Lesser
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