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Tech Transfer Associate

Job in Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20811, USA
Listing for: The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-08
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 73800 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 73800.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking a Tech Transfer Associate to help drive research and commercialization success at USU and HJF. This position, with a 50% telework option, reports within the Technology Transfer office under the Vice President for Research Administration & Innovation Management  Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine.

We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

If you are at AUTM Annual and would like to learn more about HJF and this position, please reach out to our senior director, Allen Morris (tmorris), who will be at the conference.

Responsibilities

Working directly with scientists, clinicians, military and academic partners, and industry, you will enable military medical research, innovation & commercialization through the drafting and negotiation of licenses, research collaboration agreements, innovation evaluation, and outreach to HJF and military faculty, staff and administrators through:

  • Drafting and negotiation of commercialization agreements, including inter-institutional agreements, option agreements and licenses and maintain relationships with commercialization partners.
  • Drafting and negotiating medium to high complexity research agreements such as Material Transfer Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Cooperative Research and Development Agreements. Work with Technology Transfer Specialists to manage agreement workflows.
  • Engagement/relationship building and management:
    Liaise with HJF personnel, engage with external stakeholders, and serve as an advisor on innovation and commercialization matters.
  • Leading innovation and commercialization outreach and education for researchers and project managers.
  • Review of publications for potential undisclosed innovations.
  • Working to elicit and assess new military medical innovations and collaboration with the Technology Transfer team to manage and protect HJF innovations, prepare marketing materials and engage potential commercialization partners.
  • Additional duties as needed.
Education and Experience
  • Master s Degree in Biomedical Sciences or a related field is required.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience.
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be substituted for the requirements noted.
Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Very strong organizational skills; attention to detail and high-quality work standards; ability to work relatively independently.
  • Strong analytical and organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Ability to interact creatively and harmoniously with coworkers and inventors.
  • Experience with database software and internet searching. Demonstrated ability in handling multiple tasks simultaneously complete projects in a timely manner.
  • Technical aptitude and experience understanding complex biological and medical technologies.
Preferred Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities
  • You have a doctoral degree in a life science-related field and significant experience in technology transfer and contracting. Candidates with legal backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.
  • Significant experience in university or federal laboratory technology transfer activities. Relevant industry experience is advantageous.
  • You are an excellent communicator and can provide excellent customer support to all stakeholders of a research enterprise.
  • You possess sound decision-making skills and balanced judgment, with the flexibility of thought and style needed to maximize interactions with military research and commercialization stakeholders.
  • You are a dependable team member and can work well within a dynamic, results-oriented group.
Work Environment
  • This position will take place primarily in an office setting.
Compensation
  • The annual salary pay range for this position is $73,800-$120,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.
Benefits
  • HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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