Updated: 21 days ago
Location: Denton, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;
Position Details
Position Information
| UNT System Overview | Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. |
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| Posting Title | Postdoctoral Research Associate- Technology Transfer |
| Department | UNT-Research Commercial Agreements-190300 |
| College/School | Research and Innovation |
| Job Location | Denton |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time |
| Retirement Eligibility | ORP Eligible |
| Additional Retirement Information | For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php . |
| Salary Information | Salary range 50,000 - 55,000 |
| Department Summary | The Research Commercial Agreements (RCA) unit within the Division of Research & Innovation at the University of North Texas provides numerous services to the university community centered around strengthening UNT’s overall research portfolio. This is mainly done through the commercialization of UNT intellectual property, and sponsored research collaborations and contracting. The RCA unit also provides services including: negotiating and executing research contracts; evaluating, protecting, marketing, and commercializing UNT’s inventions and research assets; aiding faculty and staff researchers in the creation of startups; providing outreach and education to UNT researchers about intellectual property and commercialization; and stimulating collaboration with industry partners to enhance research activities at UNT. UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba. |
| Position Summary | The Research Commercial Agreements unit at the University of North Texas is seeking a post-doctoral research associate to leverage their scientific acumen while developing new expertise in the areas of research innovation, intellectual property, and technology transfer. The Research Commercial Agreements unit, housed within the Division of Research & Innovation, oversees UNT’s intellectual property, commercial licensing, and startups to ensure that researchers’ discoveries achieve their full potential. Reporting to the Executive Director, Technology Transfer & Contracting a successful candidate must be highly motivated and detail-oriented to thrive in growing the UNT technology transfer research portfolio. |
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| Physical Requirements | Ability to communicate |
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| Security Sensitive | This is a security sensitive position. |
| EEO Statement | The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices. |
| Driving University Vehicle | No |
Job Duties
| Description of Job Duty | Conduct patentability assessments for new technologies including prior art analysis and evaluation of intellectual property protection strategies. |
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| Description of Job Duty | Assist licensing team in developing a commercialization plan which includes market research, authoring and publishing marketing materials, identifying potential licensees and/or exploring startup formation opportunities. |
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| Description of Job Duty | Work closely with the team to provide effective, efficient technology transfer services to faculty while maximizing IP opportunities for the university. |
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| Description of Job Duty | Participate in continuing education and hands-on training to develop skills in technology evaluation, intellectual property protection, marketing, licensing, and startup company support. |
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| Description of Job Duty | Participate in outreach and trainings to faculty, staff, and student researchers to increase awareness of Research Commercial Agreements service offerings and procedures for research innovation, intellectual property, and startup support. |
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| Description of Job Duty | Assist licensing team with conducting due diligence analysis to assess licensee compliance, and other technology transfer duties as assigned. |
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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | F1540P |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants | This job position has the flexibility of being hybrid. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/80116 |
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