Sr Business Operations and Licensing Associate - Office of Research and Innovation, 54034

Technology Commercialization in the in the Office of Research and Innovation at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC).

The UMKC Office of Technology Commercialization helps UMKC faculty and researchers to transfer university inventions to the marketplace, turning innovative ideas into products, technologies and services that can benefit society. Transferring the right to make, use or sell a university-based innovation is a lengthy process that begins with the submittal a confidential invention disclosure and can end in licensing of a discovery or launching a new company.

The Senior Business Operations Associate will work with faculty and students to submit disclosures of inventions to the university. They will complete mandated government reports regarding federally funded inventions and subsequent patent filings. This role will also collaborate with the inventor to create a marketing plan for technologies and approaches businesses to seek licensing on behalf of the university.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for the intake and database entry of Invention Disclosure related documents
• Responsible for the intake and execution of Material Transfer Agreements for UMKC
• Responsible for communicating with faculty and outside entities
• Assist in marketing of inventions
• Assist in market research and prior art searching
• Docket agreements and obtain institutional signatures
• Maintain executed agreement files
• Verify grant information and enter information in the i-edison database
• Provide coordination of compliance committee activities (taking minutes, preparing/sending agenda)
• Work in coordination with the Research Compliance Office/IRB on data use agreements, data sharing agreements, material transfer agreements
• Manage IRB general inbox, phone call inquiries
• Review research submissions and process and run reports
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• Notary Public (willingness and capacity to become and maintain Notary Public role)
• Licensing Professional Certification-AUTM (willingness and capacity to be certified)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience in regulatory and/or administrative aspects of clinical research or a related area
• Knowledge about the functions of a research Institutional Review Board's (IRB)

Anticipated starting salary range between $55,000 and $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Open until filled, review of applications to begin immediately.

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds-a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city's rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City's biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC's campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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