Part-time Intellectual Property Administrative Associate

The Tech Comm part-time Intellectual Property Administrative Associate will report to the Operations and Finance Manager within the Technology Commercialization office. This role is responsible for project-based objectives within the IP Admin Team.

This is a part-time position (19.50 hours per week or less) for no more than 67 work days.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and resolve items listed on the project worksheet labeled "Final Portfolio." These are a list of Invention-specific assignment issues requiring complex research and/or outreach.
• Assistance with onboarding of one new hire in the IP Admin group. This could include identifying key educational resources, presenting key legal concepts related to IP Administration, and other related support.
• Assistance with selection of a new cohort of student workers in the IP Admin Team.

Flexible Work Profile

The Research and Innovation Office (RIO) and Technology Commercialization (Tech Comm) endorses a "work with flexibility" approach that offers a welcoming and flexible work environment where everyone is inspired to do their best. Work location options include working fully remote, partially remote, or entirely in the office and are based on the work of the position. Some on-site work may be necessary for certain positions, even those designated as fully remote.

This position has been designated as eligible for flexible work profile 3.
Profile 3, Mostly Remote - is expected to typically work in the office/lab 1-2 days per week. Working remotely at least 3 days per week. Your dedicated office space will be in your remote work location.

Tech Comm management retains the right to modify flexible work arrangement agreements on a temporary or permanent basis for any reason at any time.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with at least five years of experience in Intellectual Property Administration
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in HR systems, workflow management, and data tracking
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the Tech Comm Office at the University of Minnesota
• Experience in higher education or research administration
• Advance degree. i.e. Juris Doctorate

The Technology Commercialization (Tech Comm) office at the University of Minnesota helps University research move beyond the lab and into the marketplace.

Our mission includes:

• Protection of University Intellectual Property
• Connecting researchers with companies
• Licensing technology for development of new products and services that benefit public good
• Fostering economic growth
• Generating revenue that supports the University's research and education goals
  

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Pay Rate: $39.69

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

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