Technology Licensing Associate

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: October 20, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 1200-NN_ADMINPRO - Technology Licensing Associate, 1200-YN_ADMINPRO - Technology Licensing Associate Business Title: Technology Licensing Associate Employee Type: Admin. Professional Position Details: The Opportunity: The Office of Research at Washington State University (WSU) is responsible for advancing the research enterprise at WSU systemwide. The Office of Research facilitates all aspects of the research from pre-award to compliance, advancement, development, and commercialization. The Office of Research amplifies WSU's land-grant mission by partnering with the university community, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to advance, extend, and grow the positive impact of WSU research for the state, region, and nation. A Technology Licensing Associate (TLA) is responsible for identifying, evaluating, marketing, and licensing inventions made by Washington State University (WSU) inventors. With delegated authority, a TLA represents the Office of Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship team, in working with inventors, outside patent counsel and industry to ensure that the commercial potential of WSU inventions is preserved and that the quality and quantity of the intellectual property portfolio is enhanced. A TLA is responsible for the overall management of agreement/contracts. This includes preparation and negotiation, full execution, and monitoring of existing agreements for contractual compliance. Types of agreements/contracts include licenses, options, material transfer agreements, confidential disclosure agreements, and interinstitutional agreements. A TLA works closely with WSU inventors and administrators, outside patent counsel, licensing attorneys, and industry representatives in the conduct of technology transfer activities. Percentage Breakdown of Job Functions: Evaluation of Inventions and Management of Patent Prosecution by Outside Patent Counsel – 40% Marketing & Licensing – 35% Manage Portfolio – 15% Related Duties – 5% Other – 5% Additional Information: This is a full-time (100 % FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined upon salary placement. Monthly Salary: $5,485.73 - $8,402.20 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee…