Technology Commercialization Manager

Technology Commercialization Managers shape promising scientific discoveries and inventions into viable products. They work to refine research plans, negotiate contracts, find funding, and coordinate the transfer of technologies across universities, research institutions, and businesses.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of Technology Commercialization Managers vary across industries and organizations. Responsibilities might include:

• Analyzing research proposals and identifying commercially viable technologies and inventions.
• Developing marketing and sales strategies to position technologies for commercialization.
• Negotiating licensing agreements with companies to transfer technologies from universities or research institutions.
• Raising and administering funding for applied research, technology development, and commercialization.
• Working with inventors, researchers, and business leaders to manage intellectual property and technology transfer.

Education and Training

A bachelor's or master's degree in business, science, engineering, or a related field is typically required for Technology Commercialization Managers. Many Technology Commercialization Managers hold advanced degrees, such as doctorates or Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees.