Technology Assessment Specialist
Position Information
Position Title: Technology Assessment Specialist
Department: Technology Transfer
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/52214
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
UB Business and Entrepreneur Partnerships (
BEP) is seeking a
Technology Assessment Specialist (TAS) to help change the world by bringing innovative new technologies to market, and to foster economic growth in the Western New York Community. You will work with diverse faculty who are conducting leading edge research to identify innovations that solve real-world problems. The
TAS will work closely with inventors and
BEP staff to identify technology commercialization opportunities and allocate the various resources available to each project to maximize successful outcomes in technology development, licensing, and economic impacts.
The TAS position is an opportunity to develop a career in university technology transfer. Primary responsibilities include:
- Meeting with faculty to discuss the technology transfer process and identify new technologies with commercial potential.
- Completing intellectual property and market opportunity assessments of new technology disclosures by conducting web- and subscription-based patent searches and market research to evaluate the commercial potential of inventions.
- Conducting customer discovery to validate commercial opportunities with industry experts.
- Assisting in the patent prosecution process.
- Preparing non-confidential and technical information for marketing campaigns.
- Working with inventors to prepare successful proof-of-concept funding proposals.
If you think like an entrepreneur and a product developer, are a collaborator and problem solver, and are mission driven and results oriented, this position may be for you.
We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our
benefit packages.
About The University at BuffaloThe University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the
University at Buffalo.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
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Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in the physical sciences or engineering, and at least two years of experience working in technology transfer, business development or intellectual property. Requirement may be satisfied by an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong primary and secondary research skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have the ability to effectively engage with faculty and represent the RF/SUNY when interacting with industry or other constituents.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in science or engineering, patent law or business.
- Five or more years of experience working in technology transfer, business development or intellectual property.
- Experience working in a technology transfer database, Salesforce or equivalent.
Salary Range
$65,000 - $85,000
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Michelle Friedman
Contact's Pronouns: she/her/hers
Contact's Title: Licensing Manager
Contact's Email: mf225@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-881-8212
Posting Dates
Posted: 08/19/2024
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: 10/14/2024
