Technology Licensing Officer

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Technology Licensing Officer

Duties: To facilitate the translation of academic research into practical applications, for the benefit of society on a local, national and global basis; To do so at market-based terms, in order to support the research of Columbia faculty by generating funding for the University and facilitating partnerships with industry where appropriate; and To educate and serve as a resource for the Columbia community on matters relating to entrepreneurship, intellectual property, and technology commercialization. Will develop relationships within the University research community for purposes of identifying Intellectual Property (IP), evaluating its patentability and commercial/licensing potential. Will be heavily involved in the process of working directly with principle investigators, patent counsel, and other parties to develop appropriate commercialization and patent prosecution strategies to protect the IP. Will recommend projects for further investment from the CTV validation fund, as appropriate. Working with the broader CTV licensing team, will implement a range of marketing and market research activities, including identifying potential licensees and potential industrial research partners interested in collaborations with Columbia researchers and materials. Will develop and execute commercialization strategies. Will take full responsibility for the negotiation and execution of any sponsored research agreements and licensing agreements with industry partners and university start-ups related to their technology portfolio, with input and supervision from the Campus Director.

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