NIH has led the nation in technology transfer, resulting in many lifesavings drugs, vaccines, and medical devices. Technology transfer at the NIH is a process which transfers medical knowledge from NIH laboratories to other organizations for the purpose of developing that knowledge into medical products to enhance the public health. The following list contains active job openings within the various Technology Transfer Offices at NIH.

Current Listings

NIAID TTIPO Technology Transfer and Patent Specialist Positions

The Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Office (TTIPO) at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking qualified candidates for its Technology Transfer and Patent Specialist position. This position will be responsible for advising on and performing the full range of technology transfer services in close collaboration with scientists at the NIAID and in support of NIAID’s mission. There are 3 vacancies. This is a remote-work eligible position.

Duties: If selected for this position, your duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Originate and draft complex Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs) to document the terms of joint research and development projects.
• Plan and negotiate CRADAs with profit and non-profit organizations.
• Independently monitor the processes for handling CRADAs and potential inventions arising from CRADA research.
• Advise on matters involving domestic and foreign patent rights, policies and procedures.
• Participate in the development of new policies regarding the transfer of technologies.
• Prepare and deliver educational programs designed to train scientific and administrative staff about technology transfer issues.
• Contribute to analyses, interpretation, and evaluation of complex, or abstract information on licensing agreements.
   

To Apply: Visit vacancy announcement numbers NIH-NIAID-DE-25-12441764 (U.S. citizens) and/or NIH-NIAID-MP-25-12441756 (status candidates) to submit your application online through USAJobs.gov.

The application period is open from October 21, 2024, until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 25, 2024.

Note: This vacancy announcement will close when 200 applications are received which may be sooner that the closing date.
 

Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC) Opportunities

The Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer (FLC) is the formally chartered, nationwide network of over 300 federal laboratories, agencies, and research centers, that fosters commercialization, best practice strategies, and opportunities for accelerating federal technologies out of the labs and into the marketplace. The FLC is staffed by AUTM and the employee in this position will be employed by AUTM. 

FLC Professional Development Coordinator 

The Professional Development Director is responsible for providing a progressive full spectrum education and training and networking opportunities for Federal technology transfer professionals and key stakeholders. The FLC delivers content through a variety
of mechanisms and is trying to develop a certification program for the federal technology transfer profession. These activities center on an on-line learning center with curriculum in several career pathways. This is supported by webinars and an annual meeting that serves as the FLC’s primary in-person training event. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of adult learning theory and systems to
lead the design and implementation of the FLC’s learning and certification programs. This includes demonstrated leadership in program management as a supervisor and assigned budget. The Professional Development Director will report to the FLC Executive Director but will have extensive interaction with the FLC’s Educational Committee and Executive Board and will need excellent written and oral communication skills. 

More information on this position is available on the FLC website: FLC Professional Development Coordinator Opening

FLC Marketing Manager

The Marketing Manager takes the lead in all marketing and promotional activities of the FLC. The Marketing Manager works regularly with the Marketing and Communications Director on communications activities that promote federal tech transfer success.
• Prepare marketing content, strategy and media for FLC programs and activities.
• Coordinate with graphics design, social media, and other staff to develop fullscale marketing campaigns.
• Develop marketing campaign concepts and content according to industry best
practices and audience preferences.
• Ensure cohesive content, branding, timing and strategy for marketing campaigns,
including email and paid advertising.
• Help ensure that all publications are well-considered, analytically sound, and free
from grammatical, spelling and mathematical errors.
• Conduct analyses of program offerings to ensure quality, identify gaps and
continually improve materials.
• Prepare reports on program progress and performance metrics for senior
management, committee leaders and the FLC Executive Board.
• Lead production of bi-weekly FLC Digest newsletter, including sourcing content
and creating original content.
• Writing and editing scripts for FLC programs and events including the FLC
National Meeting (annual conference). 
• Provide writing, editing and support for all FLC editorial content and collateral,
including, but not limited to, external member emails, social media posts,
executive communications, brochures, newsletters and event program guides.
• Write, edit and prepare the FLC’s Annual Report to the President and Congress.
• Develop the FLC’s Awards publication, including the writing and vetting of annual
award winner profiles for publication in the program, website, with other vehicles
such as podcasts and videos.
• Oversee FLC’s success story database (Labs in Action), by writing and editing
new entries, liaising with labs regarding submissions, and promoting the
collection.
• Work with the marketing director to create the FLC’s yearly calendar, the FLC
Planner.
• Support production and promotion of The Transfer Files podcast.
• Write, edit and distribute press releases as needed.
• Provides onsite support at some meetings and events.

More information on this position can be found on the FLC website: FLC Marketing Manager Opening

FLC Meetings and Events Manager

The meetings and events manager is responsible for evaluating and planning content for virtual and hybrid events for online courses. This person will serve as a liaison for subject matter experts and committees. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning and executing meetings and events for 300 to 600 attendees, coupled with experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and a solid understanding of educational practices and processes. This role is essential in ensuring the seamless planning, coordination, and execution of events that align with our organization's goals and enhance the participant experience.

More information on this position can be found on the FLC website: FLC Meetings and Events Manager Opening

Fellowship Opportunities

NHLBI Technology Transfer Fellowship

The NHLBI Office of Technology Transfer And Development (OTTAD) is seeking qualified candidates in the fast-growing field of technology transfer.  OTTAD is responsible for managing all aspects of technology transfer for the NHLBI, and have made arrangements with six other NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs) to manage their work as well.  Primarily, the office arranges agreements to authorize sharing research materials and/or confidential data, to enable collaborations with third parties, and to license inventions made by scientists in  the NHLBI and its Client ICs.  OTTAD also oversees a portfolio of patent applications and patents, working with contract law firms who manage the application processes.  The Technology Transfer Fellowship (TTF) is a time-limited position for a person with a strong background in science interested in gaining hands-on experience in technology transfer in a government setting. 

Responsibilities of a Technology Transfer Fellow (all with close supervision):

• Drafting and negotiating Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), Research Collaboration Agreements (RCAs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), and, opportunity presenting, other types from an assortment of less frequent agreements.
• Drafting, negotiating, and coordinating review of Cooperative Research And Development Agreements (CRADAs).
• Evaluating inventions made by NIH scientists, managing patent prosecution through the contract law firms, serving as a liaison for the inventors, and addressing assorted intellectual-property issues for the benefit of the ICs.
• Developing abstracts of inventions and other marketing materials to seek licensees and collaborators.
• Negotiating licenses to patent properties and/or unique research resources to the private sector, either for internal uses or for development and commercialization of new products.
• As available: optionally attending conferences (travel may be required to do so) and relevant training.
• Other office duties related to the above.

Fellows are not assured opportunities to engage in all activities above, the range depends on what matters arise.

Fellowships are for one (1) year, renewable yearly (five (5) years maximum) based on funding.  Stipends are preset to the education level and number of years of directly applicable experience, they are paid monthly in arrears, and they may receive annual cost-of-living increases (based on Congressional funding).  Health benefits are provided.  The duty station is on the NIH main campus in Bethesda, but Fellows will be eligible for telework once trained to work independently.  DHHS/NIH/NHLBI/OTTAD is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Minimum Requirements:

To perform fully, incumbents of the full-time position on which the fellowship is based need an advanced degree in biomedical sciences (e.g., M.S., Ph.D., or M.D), or equivalent scientific training and prior tech-transfer experience.  Other degrees, particularly a J.D. and M.B.A., are highly advantageous but not required.  Each TTF likewise must have a science background (a B.S. or equivalent experience), plus some additional relevant (biomedical or legal)  graduate-level training, however, no specific degree is essential for eligibility, and TTFs will get additional training once on board.

In addition, eligibility requires that a TTF (as candidate or up for renewal) must:

• Have earned an academic degree within the last eight (8) years.
• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card) who is eligible for citizenship within four (4) years.
• Have skills in writing and speaking in a business context, including fluency in the English language.
• Be  able to use Microsoft Office® (specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and data-entry skills.

How to Apply:

Prepare an application package of: (1) a description of why you are interested, (2) a resume or CV, (3) your most recent academic transcript showing the degree, and (4) at least three professional references who have seen your recent work.  Send it to the address below, to the attention of Mr. Mario Carranza. Applications may be submitted on a rolling basis and will be retained for up to twelve (12) months; if a TTF slot opens in that time, qualified candidates will be contacted.

NHLBI Office of Technology Transfer and Development, 31 Center Drive, Suite 4A29, Bethesda, MD 20892-2479

Phone: 301-402-5579

Email: NHLBI_TechTransfer@mail.nih.gov 

NIAID Technology Transfer Fellowship Program

NIAID offers a technology transfer fellowship program to provide opportunities to qualified candidates in the exciting and expanding career field known as technology transfer. The program enables individuals to complement their science, business, and/or legal background with experience in technology transfer. 

Candidates must have received a master's or doctoral degree in the relevant fields within five years of the appointment start date and must be U.S. citizens.  

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For more information, please visit the NIAID Technology Transfer Fellowship Program page.

NCI TTC Fellowship Program

The mission of the DHHS/NIH/NCI Technology Transfer Center (TTC) is to facilitate partnerships between external organizations and the research laboratories of the NCI and nine other NIH institutes and centers. The TTC has fellowship opportunities available to qualified candidates in the fast-growing field of technology transfer. The fellowships provide an opportunity to apply a science, legal or business background to a career in technology transfer, and create a new competency. The fellowship can prepare you for technology transfer positions within academia, industry, or the federal government.  

Minimum Requirements

• An advanced degree in the sciences, law, business, economics, or public health.  All candidates must have a background in the sciences;
• Have received most current degree within the last 8 years;
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident (must hold green card) eligible for citizenship within 4 years;
• Excellent writing and speaking skills.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For more information, please visit the NCI TTC Fellowship Program page. 

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