The Licensing Assistant - Tech Transfer and Commercialization plays a crucial role in the Technology Transfer Office by facilitating the commercialization of intellectual property (IP) developed through research and innovation. The incumbent is responsible for providing support for the advancement of university technologies into the commercial marketplace by evaluating inventions and marketing technologies to potential licensees, supporting efforts in the formation of start-up companies and/or other commercial mechanisms. This role engages in the licensing process, fosters industry partnerships, and supports commercialization efforts to maximize the impact and value of the university’s technological innovations.
Duties Summary:
Assess new inventions for patentability and commercial potential.
Conduct market and competitive research for technology applications.
Collaborate with inventors to understand innovations and build relationships.
Create marketing materials and website content to promote technologies.
Represent KSURF at outreach events and industry meetings.
Prepare and manage IP-related reports and licensing data.
Support education and outreach on IP and commercialization processes.
The Kansas State University Research Foundation, known as KSURF, is committed to collaborating with university, industry and communities to facilitate technology commercialization. As a service unit and partner, we are dedicated to collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to identify common goals and shared initiatives for the benefit of K-State, communities, the state of Kansas and beyond.
This position is on-site.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
3) Contact information for three (3) professional references
For best consideration, apply by 07/31/2025.
$53,581 - $85,686
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