University of South Carolina
Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development
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University of South Carolina is hiring a Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development. This role leads the development and execution of strategies to de-risk, mature, and commercialize technologies from the university's intellectual property portfolio. The position builds collaborative relationships with faculty and industry decision-makers to promote research strengths and increase industry-sponsored research and licensing activity.
Highlights
- Develop strategies for commercialization, venture creation, and technology maturation within the TCO intellectual property portfolio.
- Build strong relationships with faculty to understand research capabilities and align them with industry and funding opportunities.
- Identify, engage, and manage relationships with industry leaders and decision-makers across diverse sectors.
- Prepare proposals and manage transactional agreements to formalize partnerships with corporate and industry clients.
- Required knowledge includes university technology transfer, business development/sales, venture creation, technology assessment, and intellectual property law.
- Minimum requirement: bachelor's degree in a related field plus 4+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience.
- Preferred qualifications: 3-5 years experience in university technology transfer, venture creation, business incubation, and knowledge of intellectual property law.
- Reports to Deputy Director of Economic Engagement within the Office of Economic Engagement.
- Full-time position with a standard schedule of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., salary range $95,423 to $147,906 based on qualifications.
- Benefits include health and life insurance, retirement programs, paid tuition, dependent scholarships, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.
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Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 23, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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Posting Details
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Posting Summary
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| Posting Number | STA00150PO26 |
| Job Family | Operational Analysis |
| Job Function | Partnerships & Initiatives |
| USC Market Title | Commercialization Manager |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/203344 |
| Job Level | P4 - Professional |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | Office of Economic Engagement |
| Department | Office of Economic Engagement |
| State Pay Range | G13 |
| USC Market Range | MRL - $95,423 $121,664 $147,906 |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | Salary commensurate with qualifications |
| Location of Vacancy | |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
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| Basis | 12 months |
| Job Search Category | Other Professional |
About USC
| About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |
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| Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. |
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | The Office of Economic Engagement is excited to announce the opening of the Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development position. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Economic Engagement, the Program Manager for Venture and Innovation Development is responsible for the development and execution of strategies to de-risk, mature, and commercialize technologies within the University’s TCO intellectual property portfolio. This position builds strong, collaborative relationships with faculty to understand research capabilities and unique institutional assets, aligning them with industry needs and commercialization funding opportunities. This position actively prospects and manages relationships with decision-makers across diverse industry sectors, promotes the University’s research and economic development strengths, and increases industry-sponsored research and licensing activity. |
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Job Duties
| Job Duty | Intellectual Property Marketing and Licensing Develop strategies for de-risking, maturation, commercialization, and venture creation for technologies in the TCO portfolio. Engage inventors and subject matter experts through customer discovery to define market problems, value propositions, and unique technology features. Use market intelligence to identify and promote technologies to high-potential commercialization partners. Present new venture opportunities to entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate partners. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 35 |
| Job Duty | Faculty Research and Innovation Mapping and Marketing Build strong relationships with faculty to understand research capabilities and unique resources. Market these opportunities to industry partners and assist faculty in securing commercialization funding. Educate internal stakeholders on technology transfer and industry engagement challenges and opportunities. Interact and develop relationships with faculty, research staff, and students as well as other offices, centers and institutes within the University environment. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 30 |
| Job Duty | Prospect Development and Pipeline Management Identify and cultivate relationships with industry leaders across sectors. Maintain consistent engagement with decision-makers, document progress per TCO standards, and rigorously pursue target opportunities. Promote University resources to increase industry-sponsored research and licensing. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 20 |
| Job Duty | Proposal and Transaction Development Prepare and deliver compelling proposals that highlight University strengths and address client needs. Demonstrate familiarity with transactional mechanisms to formalize partnerships and secure agreements with industry and corporate clients. Manage special projects and initiatives as needed. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
| Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No |
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| Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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| Desired Start Date | |
| Job Open Date | 03/13/2026 |
| Job Close Date | 03/23/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by March 23, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203469 |
| EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |
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