Director, Technology TransferCurrent UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors >Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.Job OverviewReporting to the Assistant Vice President for Technology Transfer, the Director will be primarily responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and logistics of the institution's intellectual property portfolio, including overseeing leading the team of Licensing Associates and managing complex intellectual property issues. This new role will help guide the office to develop new strategies for technology transfer; facilitate collaboration between university researchers and industry partners; and ensure inclusive education of the research community.About the DepartmentThe Technology Transfer Office at the University of Cincinnati, situated within the vibrant 1819 Innovation Hub, serves as a nexus for research and innovation partnerships. Our mission is to assist UC's community of innovators in achieving impactful outcomes from their research, guiding them through the intricacies of intellectual property and commercialization. We are dedicated to transforming research breakthroughs into real-world applications, thereby advancing the university's commitment to innovation and societal impact.Essential FunctionsWorking closely with the University of Cincinnati faculty and senior University administration, develop and implement a transparent, consistent process for the evaluation and marketing of University invention disclosures, patent protection, negotiation of license agreements and startup companies.Provide leadership and management of the case managers in Biosciences and Physical Sciences disciplines with a strong emphasis on establishing a team approach to review and commercialization of the university's technology derived from federally funded research.Establish and maintain strong, effective relationships with the regional research institutions and economic development organizations; work closely with and assist in management of outside patent counsel and other third-party business providers.Implement and define a strategy for education of faculty and staff on technology transfer.Create and develop opportunities for greater collaboration across the University of Cincinnati, its colleges, departments and community partners.May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.Required EducationBachelor's DegreeRequired ExperienceSeven (7) years demonstrated management experience and leadership in the scientific area of expertise.Additional Qualifications ConsideredTerminal degree in medical, physical or engineering sciences, or business.Physical Requirements/Work EnvironmentOffice environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.Compensation and BenefitsUC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, a