Technology Transfer Associate II

Summary

All Native Group, a division of Ho-Chunk, Incorporated, is seeking a Technology Transfer associate to support Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Silver Spring, Maryland. The Technology Transfer Associate will work for the Office of Research & Technology Applications at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR). The Technology Transfer Associate supports agreement negotiation and management, innovation opportunity identification, and development of collaboration opportunities. The Technology Transfer Associate establishes a strong working relationship with researchers and leadership on technology transfer matters. This position is responsible to  manage  technology transfer matters that include drafting, negotiation and execution of technology transfer agreements; managing technology development, coordinating licensing activities, education and outreach. 

Essential Functions 

• Serve as a Point of Contact for incoming requests for agreements including Cooperative Research and Development Agreements, Material Transfer Agreements, and non-disclosure agreements and others with minimal direct Government involvement. 
• Be a subject matter expert for investigators and staff regarding technology transfer agreement and related processes 
• Provide feedback to investigators on committee review of their requests.  
• Negotiate partnerships with extramural collaborators. 
• Support the Resource Management Office with preliminary budget information and negotiation of the budgets associated with extramural collaborators and Interagency Agreements with scientific content 
• Independently consult with scientists on invention disclosures and processes all invention disclosures in accordance with US Army policy. 
• Assist, identify and assess ongoing research efforts with commercial potential and evaluate the technologies of scientists prior to the Invention Evaluation Committee meetings so that appropriate information is provided to the in their decision-making process on patentability of client’s inventions. 
• Maintain file copies of all T2 agreements and pertinent negotiation artifacts and participate in T2 activities in regional, state, and local programs 
• Identify Intellectual Property and support licensing activities and strategies and seek new products/capabilities from outside organizations that could fill client’s science gaps and make appropriate connections. 
• Coordinate and conduct a monthly teleconference to review business agreements and other business items and conduct Staff Assistance Visits to OCONUS labs as required. 
• Conduct training related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, licensing, and marketing.  
• Support scientific conferences and meetings by participating, presenting, or representing the client’s activities. 

Competencies 

• Have experience in a bio-medical research environment involving common research methodology 
• 8 or more years of experience as a Technology Transfer expert 
• Minimum of 5 years in a scientific research environment 
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a U.S. Government Technology Transfer Office within the last five years 
• Mastery level understanding of 15 USC 3710 
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications to include MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Outlook.   

Supervisory Responsibility 

None required for this position 

Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time.
• Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Expresses or exchanges ideas by means of the spoken word.  Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.
• Frequently moves standard office equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to work indoor conditions 90% of the time.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Evening and weekend hours required, as required by business need. 

Travel 

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out of the area travel and overnight may be expected 

Experience 

• Experience in a bio-medical research environment involving common research methodology 
• 8 or more years of experience as a Technology Transfer expert 
• Minimum of 5 years in a scientific research environment 
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a U.S. Government Technology Transfer Office within the last five years 
• Mastery level understanding of 15 USC 3710 
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications    

Education 

Master's required, PhD Preferred.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications 

• Experience in a DoD Office of Research & Technology Applications
• One or more certifications within the intellectual property community FAES Advanced Studies in Technology Transfer
• Membership with Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) membership and/or Registered Technology Transfer Professional (RTTP) certification OR National Institute of Health (NIH) or other Technology Transfer Fellowship  

Security Clearance

Public Trust

Drug Free Workplace

All Native Group is a Drug Free Workplace. It is our policy that all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.  In addition, all employees are subject to random drug screens throughout the term of their employment with All Native Group.

AAP/EEO Statement  

All Native Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.

About Ho-Chunk, Inc. & All Native Group

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an award-winning economic development corporation of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. Our mission is to provide long-term economic development for the Winnebago Tribe and job opportunities for Tribal members.

All Native Group is a network of small businesses that support the critical missions of various U.S. Government customers. Our capabilities include telecommunications, health, logistics, specialized training, professional services, and IT solutions. Since earning our first federal contract in 2004, we have continued to grow and diversify our services while maintaining a strong commitment to excellence. As a tribally owned organization, All Native Group operates multiple subsidiary businesses, providing clients with the advantages of working with a small business while leveraging the resources and expertise of a larger, established company. Our work is guided by our core NATIVE values:

• Native American Owned & Proud – Serving the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.
• Accountable – To always do what’s right.
• Team-Focused – For inclusive progress.
• Innovative – In creating solutions.
• Visionary – In our purpose and direction.
• Excellence – Through learning and performance.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.