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Who we are
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Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.
Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and an IBM Quantum One computer - the first university-based quantum computer in the U.S.
Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!
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Job Summary
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The Associate Director of the Office of Intellectual Property and Technology Licensing (IPTL) plays a crucial role in the transfer of cutting-edge intellectual property (IP) from our Institute to the marketplace. The Associate Director of the Office of Intellectual Property supervises IPTL staff and is responsible for directing all IP licensing and marketing activities, engaging with key stakeholders including researchers and startups, and overseeing the management of the IP portfolio, including iEdison compliance.
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Minimum Qualifications
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- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., law, business, science, engineering)
- 5 or more years in technology transfer, patent law, or related areas
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
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Preferred Qualifications
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- Master's Degree in relevant field or Ph.D. in a STEM field
- Experience in university technology transfer; 2+ years of related leadership experience
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Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Excellent interpersonal, documentation, writing, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage a team of professionals practicing technology transfer
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Deep understanding of university technology transfer, patent applications, and IP practices
- Requires demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Requires ability to analyze and interpret data, preferably including scientific data
- Ability to work in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment
- Demonstrated problem solving and project management skills
- Ability to work with a diverse group of university and private sector individuals and groups
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Shift
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Business Hours: Monday - Friday
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Travel
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Local travel between campus locations only |
Driving
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Incidental driving possible, but not required
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Starting Salary/Rate
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Expected hiring range: $110,000 - $140,000
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
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Application instructions
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Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
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Job Posted Date |
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Total Compensation and Benefits Information
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Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).
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We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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