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Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Business Development Associate for Technical Marketing is responsible for developing and executing the strategies associated with the marketing of the institutionâ™s intellectual property (IP), as well as engaging industry partners in potential licensing opportunities. This position may be considered for remote work.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Research potential IP marketing strategies by engaging with individuals at other academic institutions and industry.
• Identify and implement the resources needed to build-out a comprehensive program for Washington University IP marketing.
• Determine the best methods for management of contacts and interactions with contacts within OTMâ™s operational database, and institute procedures and best-practices for OTMâ™s coordination of such information, including the ability to report metrics and respond to external inquiries.
• Oversee and coordinate a team of technical writers and individuals researching appropriate and market-campaign specific industry contacts and contact information. 
• Prepare one-page marketing sheets for market campaign purposes, identify contacts, and run marketing campaigns on new university IP. This may be done by the Business Development Associate for Technical Marketing or by oversight of technical writers and contact generators. Ensure that marketing sheets meet the requisite level of quality.
• The Business Development Associate for Technical Marketing will be responsible for identifying and tracking metrics associated with the departmentâ™s marketing efforts.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment, typically working at desk or table, repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
• Uses office equipment and ability to move to on, and off-campus locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in closing business transactions and negotiating contracts.
• Business experience in private industry or a Master of Business Administration degree would be a plus.
• Five years working experience in a university technology transfer office or in commercial development within the private sector.
• Must be able to assess the potential for a nascent technology in the commercial arena.
• Excellent communication skills and be able to prioritize and manage a portfolio of technology cases.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions as it relates to technology transfer activities.
• Exceptional and demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service to internal and external clients.

Required Qualifications

• Master or Doctorate in the life/biological sciences, medicine, biomedical engineering, engineering, or physical sciences.
• Three years of experience in a university technology transfer office or in commercial development within the private sector.

Grade

G15

Salary Range

$82,500.00 - $145,200.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weâ™ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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