Technology Licensing Associate

TECHNOLOGY LICENSING ASSOCIATE, Technology Licensing Office, to administer, market, and maintain license agreements, working under the direction of the appropriate technology licensing officers. Will serve as a liaison to and communicate with the licensing officers' industrial counterparts, faculty, patent attorneys, and accountants on invention disclosures, license activities, and patent education programs; obtain relevant information concerning publication and sponsorship; attend licensing negotiations with licensees, keep track of terms and issues of licensing agreements, and draft basic clauses reflecting negotiations for review by technology licensing officers; enter invention disclosures and licensing data into a database system, keep updated files, and prepare reports; participate in obtaining waivers of government rights to inventions; and assist with marketing studies.

REQUIREMENTS: a strong background and interest in science, e.g., a B.S. in engineering, chemistry, materials science, or physics; outstanding written and oral communication skills with the ability to quickly convey complex issues clearly and succinctly; strong priority setting skills; and office and/or organizational experience. The ideal candidate thrives in an environment that encourages strategic thinking and enjoys working independently in a collaborative setting. Seek a self starter who can handle multiple assignments despite frequent interruptions, demonstrates strong intellectual curiosity, and has an interest in clarifying and simplifying complexity. Computer search and marketing experience desirable, as is an interest in computer/patent work. MIT-00005704-N 8/5/08

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