Licensing Associate or Sr. Licensing Associate, Veterinary Medicine focus

Join K-State as a Licensing Associate/Senior Associate! Drive veterinary medicine innovations from lab to marketplace, manage IP, forge industry partnerships, and help transform research into real-world impact.

  • 518240
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • KSU Research Foundation
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
  • Opening on: Aug 13 2025
  • Closing on: Sep 21 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Veterinary Medicine focused Licensing Associate or Senior Licensing Associate plays a crucial role in the Kansas State University Research Foundation (KSURF) office by facilitating the commercialization of intellectual property (IP) developed through research and innovation. The incumbent is responsible for advancing a portfolio of university technologies into the commercial marketplace by evaluating inventions and either facilitating licenses with existing commercial entities or assisting in the formation of start-up companies and/or other commercialization mechanisms to advance the technology to market. This role manages the licensing process, fosters industry partnerships, and supports commercialization efforts to maximize the impact and value of the university’s veterinary medicine technological innovations.

Candidates will be hired at either the entry level or senior level, depending on experience.

About Us

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.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Two years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine or animal sciences highly desired.
  • Advanced degree or relevant certification (e.g., MBA, JD, CLP) preferred.
  • Three or more years of experience in technology transfer, licensing, or commercialization.
  • Strong understanding of intellectual property laws, licensing practices, and commercialization strategies.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships with industry partners and stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct market research and competitive analysis.
  • Proficiency in using technology transfer and contract management software.
  • Demonstrated success contributing to a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
  • Record of success in identifying, marketing, and transferring technologies for commercialization.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Three professional references

Application Window

Applications close on: September 21, 2025

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$70,835 - $120,000 / year

 

 

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.

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