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The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Office of Research and Development is seeking a Research Technology Transfer Assistant Director or Manager to join the Office of Technology Transfer. The Manager will be responsible for overseeing technology transfer operations and ensuring compliance with benchmarks, milestones, laws, regulations, policies, procedures, ethical standards and public responsibilities. This position will develop and oversee compliance program components operational review, record keeping, program evaluation and reporting requirements.

Oversees all of technology transfer operations and ensures compliance with benchmarks, milestones, laws, regulations, policies, procedures, ethical standards and public responsibilities for the UMB, Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) (UM Ventures) program. Oversee and implement compliance program components operational review, record keeping, program evaluation and reporting requirements. Supervise, train and direct other technology transfer professionals to ensure OTT compliance with federal, state, local and internal guidance.

BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave days, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

For Manager Level:

• Manage the research technology transfer team and oversee all disclosure and review processes for invention disclosures. Create, update, and prepare all federal guidelines and reporting for intellectual property as required under federal regulations.
• Oversee all federal reporting through iEdison, or directly to specific Federal Agency; manage all non-profit reporting in keeping with specific individual intellectual property policies.
• Finalize all documents and updates to present at the monthly OTT Intellectual Property Management meetings.
• Oversee and interact with outside patent attorneys, University Counsel, other Universities and private companies to coordinate and prepare necessary documents for patent prosecution and license agreements. Accurately communicate UMB docket strategies, actions, and deadlines.
• Manage the provision of intellectual property compliance guidance to Licensing Team, recommending appropriate outside counsel, and facilitating any necessary external patent attorney discussions. Serve as a liaison to campus leadership, University Counsel and faculty and staff for intellectual property policies and procedures.
• Manage and act as primary point of contact for the disclosure and review process for invention disclosures, including helping University faculty complete invention report forms accurately.
• Review all draft commercial agreements, identifying any potential non-compliance issues prior to execution and providing recommendations to University Counsel and AVP OTT.
• Lead and manage the development and update internal record creation process for patent issuance, annuity, and agreement compliance; oversee quarterly annuity service for US and foreign patents; review quarterly third-party reports for upcoming annuities/maintenance fees for accuracy.
• Prepare and obtain assignment of rights, and obtain Declarations, Power of Attorney and other legal documents as required.
• Prepare license default list for review and corrective action planning with University Counsel and AVP OTT.
• Contribute to IP Data Management system and ad hoc OTT data reporting.
• Oversee the dissemination of information on all areas of intellectual property compliance to the campus research community.
• Oversee TEDCO Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII) grants awarded to investors.
• Responsible for annual intellectual property and equity ownership reports for external and internal stakeholders.
• Supervise, train, and direct members of the technology transfer compliance team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Functions for Assistant Director Level:

• Direct the provision of intellectual property compliance guidance to Licensing Team, and serve as lead liaison to campus leadership, University Counsel and faculty and staff for intellectual property policies and procedures.
• Execute functional team practices and procedures; proposes, leads, and executes interpretation of procedures and policies to others, to ensure industry compliance.
• Direct activities of the team and develop plans, measure success, identifying areas of improvement, and handling the more complex issues in the field of technology transfer.
• Reviews and confirms all patent information in draft license agreements prior to execution
• Functions as expert on federal and state-related intellectual property compliance for campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Manager:

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: Six (6) years of technology transfer administration experience

Supervisory Experience: Two (2) years of direct supervision including training, work coordination, and guiding a team.

Certification/Licensure: N/A

Other: Annual Financial Disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

Assistant Director:

Education: Bachelor's degree.

Experience: Eight (8) years of technology transfer administration experience

Supervisory Experience: Four (4) years of direct supervision including training, work coordination, and guiding a team.

Certification/Licensure: N/A

Other: Annual Financial Disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

HIRING RANGE: $126,000 - $140,000 per year for Manager / $144,000 - $160,000 per year for Assistant Director / Commensurate with education and experience

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact leave_and_accom@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.