Senior Technology Manager

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $105K - $125K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ August 6th, 2026

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Montana State University is hiring a Senior Technology Manager. The role involves assisting MSU researchers with identifying, protecting, and licensing intellectual property to industry, supporting the Technology Transfer Office's mission to translate research into practical applications for societal impact.

Highlights

Identify and evaluate MSU technologies for commercial potential and facilitate intellectual property disclosures.
Conduct patent landscape evaluations, market research, and industry outreach to promote licensing and collaboration opportunities.
Assist MSU startups with market research, customer discovery, and commercialization plans.
Draft, negotiate, and manage Licensing Agreements, Research Collaboration Agreements, and other contracts.
Maintain accurate records in the TTO database and support communications and outreach efforts.
Required: Master's degree in engineering, physics, or related field; 5+ years in a technology-driven company; strong IP knowledge and communication skills.
Preferred: PhD or equivalent experience; 10+ years in technology companies; deeptech startup experience; legal contract negotiation; university technology transfer knowledge; familiarity with software technologies and AI/ML.
Salary range: $105,000 - $125,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Work closely with MSU faculty, staff, university departments, and industry partners, primarily in engineering, physics, and software domains.
Position reports to the Director of the Technology Transfer Office within the Office of Research and Economic Development.