LICENSING & CONTRACTS OFFICER
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onBig Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States
About Scripps Research
Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. Celebrating a 100-year legacy in 2024, the institute has a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases, neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, Scripps houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school, and a leading postdoctoral training program.
The institute encompasses two elite and highly innovative entities: the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines and the Scripps Research Translational Institute. These institutes merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry, and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.
About the Role
The Licensing and Contracts Officer serves as a vital bridge between Scripps Research and the commercial sector, facilitating technology transfer and licensing. This role is designed to support the drafting, review, and negotiation of various contracts while fostering strategic relationships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, research funding organizations, and foundations. You will act as a liaison between investigators and industry partners, ensuring that new technologies are effectively marketed and that existing agreements are managed with precision and compliance. The position offers a dynamic environment where you will contribute to the commercialization of groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
Hiring Process
Details regarding the specific steps of the interview process and the essential functions of this position will be addressed and discussed during the interview phase.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Big Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States
San Diego, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleFacilitate strategic relationships and partnerships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies
- check_circleDraft and negotiate term sheets and various contracts including License and Sponsored Research Agreements
- check_circleResearch and draft initial licensing terms based on market insights and internal stakeholder input
- check_circleManage existing licensing agreements and ensure compliance by tracking milestones and progress reports
- check_circleEvaluate and record new technology disclosures to ensure contractual compliance with funding agreements
- check_circleMaintain completeness and accuracy of OTD records and work products in repositories and databases
- check_circleMarket select new technologies to potential partners to drive commercialization efforts
- check_circleDraft, implement, and monitor standard operating procedures for Licensing and Transactions operations
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in biological or chemical science
- verifiedPhD or other advanced degree strongly preferred
- verifiedExperience with drug discovery and development workflow
- verifiedContracting or legal experience
- verifiedExperience analyzing legal documents including technology licensing agreements and sponsored research contracts
- verifiedProficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- verifiedProficiency with databases for storing and managing information
- verifiedSpecialized training in intellectual property and contract administration
- verifiedUnderstanding of technology transfer and technology valuation principles
- verifiedUnderstanding of government regulations, requirements, and obligations as they apply to technology transfer
Nice to Have
PhD or other advanced degree in biological or chemical science; experience with drug discovery and development workflow; contracting or legal experience; specialized training in intellectual property and contract administration.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleEmployer contributed retirement plan with no employee contribution requiredcheck_circleOption to contribute to a 403(b) retirement plancheck_circleFull suite of health and welfare plans including three medical optionscheck_circleHSA available option within medical plansDental and vision insurance coverage
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Databases, Intellectual Property, Contract Administration, Technology Transfer, Technology Valuation.
Education: Bachelor's degree in biological or chemical science required; PhD or other advanced degree strongly preferred.
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