Dean of Research / Office of Technology Licensing: The Office of Technology Licensing (OTL) was established in 1970 to manage the intellectual property assets of Stanford University. OTL evaluates, markets, and licenses technology owned by the University. OTL's mission is to encourage effective technology transfer for the public benefit as well as generating royalty income for Stanford to benefit research and education. OTL is one of the country's most active offices in the field of technology transfer from the university to industry. Our staff, most of whom are professionals engaged directly in licensing, manages over 3,000 active dockets.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Office of Technology Licensing at Stanford University seeks to fill one Intellectual Property Manager position, with a focus on life sciences. This role will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of protecting Stanford's intellectual property (IP) that is disclosed to the Office of Technology Licensing, with a focus on life science IP assets, including the preparation, prosecution and maintenance of patent applications by outside IP counsel and annuity firms; preparing and filing provisional patent applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO); conducting IP landscape and other IP related research and analysis; coordinating and overseeing IP-related litigation on behalf of the OTL; and managing day-to-day activities of IP staff.
This is a 100% FTE, benefits-eligible position. For consideration, please submit resume. All final candidates must complete a background check.
CORE DUTIES:
Direct staff and provide leadership to achieve goals and vision of the organization and the day-to-day operations. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, professional development and accountable for the performance of employees.
Provide expertise on all the principal OTL types of intellectual property (IP) protection, including patents, copyrights, trademarks and other forms of IP.
Oversee the preparation, drafting, filing, prosecution and maintenance of Stanford's IP by outside IP counsel and annuity firms, including managing the attorney-client relationship by maintaining effective working relationships, setting performance expectations and monitoring quality.
Manage, and draft and file provisional patent applications upon special request from Technology Licensing Associates (TLAs), and manage and respond to all related USPTO official actions and communications.
Establish cost control mechanisms, and monitor and manage patenting costs for the OTL IP portfolio. Develop best practices and processes for procuring and managing IP protection.
Assess patentability and conduct IP landscape searches; identify any potential prior art and freedom to operate issues and advise TLAs and Stanford inventors accordingly. Coordinate and oversee IP-related litigation on behalf of the OTL.
Develop and maintain effective communications and working relationships with Stanford inventors, Stanford accelerator program directors, licensees and TLAs to ensure that drafting and prosecution strategies are aligned with the overall commercial strategy for the IP.
Ensure effective communication and collaborative working relationships between the patent staff and other OTL functions, including licensing, sponsor compliance, finance, business development and marketing, and any IP-related reporting needs of the OTL.
Maintain USPTO patent agent registration, keep current on IP trends and new developments in IP law affecting all forms of IP protection, and recommend IP protection and enforcement strategies accordingly.
Provide educational materials and presentations to OTL staff, as well as the wider Stanford community, on IP-related matters, case law and current trends on an ongoing basis.
Occasionally assist Licensing and Strategic Alliances with reviewing, drafting and redlining complex IP-related licensing and research agreements.
Other duties as may be assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Master's degree and ten years of experience in managing a large IP portfolio, preferably in a commercial entity or global law firm, and including at least three years within a U.S. or global law firm successfully drafting and prosecuting patent applications to issuance, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Master's degree in a life science-related field strongly preferred. Experience managing the protection and licensing of a university IP portfolio preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Current and extensive knowledge of U.S. and foreign intellectual property law, especially patent and copyright law.
Experience developing, training and managing a team of staff in intellectual property matters.
Strong technical analysis and synthesis skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong project management, planning, and coordination skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams spanning multiple functions, departments and levels.
Exceptional attention to detail, coupled with a demonstrated ability to provide effective strategic counsel on overall patenting strategy.
Proven ability to prioritize a multitude of competing projects and manage a large volume of IP matters in a fast paced environment, with timely communications to all stakeholders and without missing any filing or patent office deadlines.
Certifications and Licenses:
Must have passed the U.S. Patent Bar exam and registered to practice as a Patent Agent with the U.S. Patent Trademark Office (USPTO).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
Frequently perform desk based computer tasks, seated work and use light/ fine grasping.
Occasionally stand, walk, use a telephone, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
Rarely writes by hand.
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
None
WORK STANDARDS:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
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A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
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