Licensing Manager

Mayo Clinic Licensing Specialist

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights :

• Medical : Multiple plan options.
• Dental : Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision : Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings : HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement : Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The purpose of this position is to evaluate and manage the commercialization potential and processing of assigned disclosures and inventions, engaging and consulting with Sr. Licensing managers and Licensing Directors when appropriate. Responsible for the various stages of evaluation, patent prosecution and licensing of the assigned projects. This position will be responsible for negotiating agreements and other commercialization efforts. The incumbent may act as licensing team lead, utilizing strong leadership qualities, team management and interpersonal skills, together with broad technical knowledge to orient existing research and clinical departments and outside companies to Mayo Clinic Ventures. Interaction is required with inventors, patent attorneys and licensees.

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree with a strong science background. Master's degree in business, science or related field preferred. A minimum of 4 years of experience with licensing and / or patenting required. Good human relations and written and verbal communication skills. High level of technical competence and confidence. Strong interest in computers and research. Customer focused. Adherence to Mayo Clinic policies and procedures. Decision making and problem solving ability. Ability to manage several projects or tasks simultaneously and exercise appropriate judgment when prioritizing projects. Ability to function well in a team setting and work in a diverse work environment. Knowledge of business, laws and regulations relating to patenting and licensing of technologies required.

Exemption Status : Exempt

Compensation Detail : $131,705 - $190,923 / year

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Schedule : Full Time

Hours / Pay Period : 80

Schedule Details : Monday - Friday, Business Hours

Weekend Schedule : Not Applicable

International Assignment : No

Site Description : Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix / Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.

Equal Opportunity : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.