Technology Commercialization Specialist

Technology Commercialization Specialist

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 Position Information 

Posting Number  | S06492P
Position Title  | Technology Commercialization Specialist
Department  | Entre & Tech Development
Location  | Arlington
Position Status  | Full-time
Work Schedule  | Monday – Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm Occasional travel required for meetings, conferences, and visits to external partners. Flexibility is needed as evenings or weekends may be necessary to accommodate events, meetings, or project deadlines.
Salary  | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Pay Basis  | Monthly

Job Summary  | The Technology Commercialization Specialist focuses on identifying, nurturing, and managing partnerships across community, corporate, investor, government, academic, and nonprofit sectors. The ideal candidate is responsible for advancing a portfolio of university technologies into the commercial marketplace through the facilitation of licensing agreements or assisting in the formation of start-up companies to advance the technology to market. Collaborate closely with university faculty to drive intellectual property (IP) development and technology commercialization. Acting as a liaison between university research and external stakeholders, harness University innovations to generate impact, secure funding, and create commercialization opportunities. Possess expertise in technology sales, marketing and business development. This position will support a wide range of activities to contribute to the overall success of The University of Texas at Arlington’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology Development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  | Maintain an active portfolio of industry contacts and establishes a business development strategy. Actively seeks out and identifies potential partners, including corporations, start-ups, investors, academic institutions, nonprofits, and community stakeholders, that align with the University’s research strengths. Build and nurture relationships with government funding agencies, private foundations, and venture capitalists to expand the University’s funding sources for research and development. Successfully negotiates and executes licenses with industry partners, or through the creation of spin-off companies. Prepare regular sales funnel reports on partnership activities, funding secured, and IP licensing revenue. Monitor program metrics, tracking partnership activities, engagement outcomes, and revenue from IP and technology commercialization. Independently manages a portfolio of existing disclosures to determine the opportunity as it relates to those disclosures. Provide guidance to faculty on commercialization strategies. Works with PIs and uses online data bases to identify prior art and competing patents. Additionally this role works with existing licensed IP to monitor stages from ideation to revenue. Ensures compliance of licensee with terms and conditions of established agreements. Negotiates amendments as necessary. Manage contract documentation in CETD’s database(s); track, analyze, and utilize data and metrics to ensure stakeholder satisfaction and continual process improvement. Proactively identifies potential problems with inventors, sponsors, licensees and or potential licensees. Works to proactively develop solutions. Identifies scenarios with licensees that require legal action and works to develop solutions including termination, arbitration or litigation. When possible negotiates settlement, or participates when necessary in arbitration or litigation. Maintain and manage relationships campus wide with Principal Investigators. Collaborates with Principal Investigators (PI’s) to gain a deep understanding of their research interests and identify opportunities for external collaborations, funding, and determines commercial opportunities. Develops relationships with PIs pre-disclosure leading to the most efficient commercial pathway. Serves as the primary liaison for external stakeholders, and PIs alike. Coordinates and leads meetings with PI’s and other stakeholders relating to their IP portfolio. Works with PIs to describe the process of innovation management along the commercialization pathway. Articulates UTA policies and practices, procurement, and vendor contracts as they pertain to agreements and operations to PIs and external stakeholders alike. Develop tools, resources, and support systems to help PI’s navigate industry and external partnerships effectively. Facilitate research and development initiatives with PI’s that align with the University’s strategic goals and meet the interests of external partners. Supports strategic priorities including grants, sponsored research agreements and corporate engagement. Maintains relationships on campus with the Development Office, the Office of Sponsored Projects, and department specific corporate engagement efforts. Determines IP strategies to support commercial applications determining pathways for start-ups or licensing opportunities based on the strategic priorities established by on campus partners.
Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree in business, science, engineering, or a related field. Seven (7) years of experience in sales and marketing, research partnerships, or business development, with a focus on innovation, commercialization, and partnership cultivation or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
Preferred Qualifications  | Master’s degree. Work experience in an industrial field specific to the assigned area (Pharma, Biomedical/Biotechnology, or Diagnostics). Experience in a medical, technology, academic or research-intensive environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  | Problem solver with the ability to formulate and implement procedures regarding processes required to successfully achieve university innovation management objectives. Ability to act independently in performing essential functions. Demonstrated knowledge and success in developing and managing partnerships across industry, government, nonprofit, and/or academic sectors. Professional knowledge and understanding of innovation management, technology transfer, and commercialization processes. Exceptional relationship-building and networking skills, with a track record of successful stakeholder engagement. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail. Ability to convey complex information to a broad range of audiences. Proven project management abilities, with a keen focus on results, timelines, and budget adherence. Adaptive thinking and a strong, critical mindset skills. Professional analytical skills to evaluate complex data, identify trends, and make informed decisions that drive successful commercialization strategies. Willingness and ability to continually learn and stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to innovation management or technology transfer, licensing, and intellectual property management is crucial to success in this role.
Other Requirements  | The role requires handling sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality regarding intellectual property, contracts, and research data.
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions  |
Benefits Eligible  | Yes
Benefits at UTA  | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

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CBC Requirement  | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement  | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information  | The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations  | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

 Posting Detail Information 

Number of Vacancies  | 1
Open Until Filled  |
Minimum Number of References Required  | 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted  | 3
Special Instructions to Applicants  | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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OFFICE OF TALENT, CULTURE AND ENGAGEMENT
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Arlington, TX 76019