Dir, Tech Commercialization

Job description

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Innovation and Development, the Director of Technology Commercialization directs the activities of the Office to facilitate the exchange of technology between the institution and the for-profit sector. Assists UT Health San Antonio's community of innovators in achieving impactful outcomes from their research by guiding them through the complexities of intellectual property and commercialization. - Works closely with UT Health San Antonio faculty and institutional senior leaders to develop and implement a transparent, consistent process for the evaluation and marketing of institutional invention disclosures, patent protection, negotiation of license agreements and startup companies. - Provides leadership and management of business development and tech licensing staff with a strong emphasis on a team approach. - Implements and defines a strategy for educating faculty and staff on technology transfer. - Creates and develops opportunities for greater collaboration across the institution's colleges, departments, and community partners. - Creates and coaches others to develop paths to market for the many technologies at UTHSA. - Coordinates w...