Research Commercialization Specialist at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida

Job Description:

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Research Commercialization Specialist - Boca Raton, FL.

The Office of Technology Development (OTD) within the Division of Research is responsible for facilitating the legal protection and commercialization of intellectual property developed by FAU researchers. The Research Commercialization Specialist reports to the Senior Associate Director for Technology Development and is responsible for supporting the advancement of a portfolio of university technologies into the marketplace by evaluating their commercial potential, marketing them to industry partners, and managing agreements related to their commercialization.

Summary of Responsibilities:

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  Advise researchers on the technology transfer process.

  
  


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  Identify university innovations with commercial applications.

  
  


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  Evaluate the commercial potential of disclosed innovations.

  
  


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  Research potential industry partners to commercialize innovations.

  
  


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  Prepare non-confidential summaries for innovation marketing.

  
  


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  Contact potential industry partners to solicit feedback for innovations.

  
  


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  Supervise compliance with commercialization agreement terms.

  
  


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  Manage invoicing, receipt, and disbursement of revenues associated with commercialization agreements.

  
  


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  Process invoices and payments to external vendors.

  
  


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  Perform required reporting for federally funded innovations.

  
  


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  Review material transfer agreements and data use agreements.

  
  


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  Plan outreach and education events related to technology transfer.

  
  


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  Other job-related duties as assigned.

  
  

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

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  Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

  
  


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  State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

  
  


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  State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

  
  


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  Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

  
  


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  Sick Leave Pool Program

  
  


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  Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion).

  
  


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  Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf

  
  


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  Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

  
  

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from and accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience required.
Salary:$65,000 -$70,000 per year.
College or Department:Division of Research
Location:Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.
Application Deadline: 2025-01-06
Special Instructions to Applicant: APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:


Resume


Cover letter





OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:


Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.





PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:


Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.





REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:


Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004. Apply Now