Licensing Transactions Officer

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The Licensing Transactions Officer will provide essential support to Stanford faculty by drafting and negotiating material transfer, confidentiality, inter‑institutional and tangible research property related agreements. The officer will maintain a caseload that includes a variety of agreements with collaborators, sponsors (industry, non‑profit, government and other) and licensees. OTL seeks a skilled negotiator who can independently review and negotiate agreements, communicate regularly with faculty and staff, and maintain a positive, professional attitude in a fast‑paced environment.

This is a 100% FTE, hybrid and remote benefits‑eligible position. Hybrid roles are expected to be in the office twice a week. Please submit a resume; all final candidates must complete a background check.

• Conduct formal negotiations, finalize, and administer licensing agreements such as material transfer, confidentiality, inter‑institutional and tangible research property agreements.
• Negotiate intellectual property and publication rights, confidentiality, indemnification, and financial terms.
• Draft and negotiate complex Material Transfer and Tangible Research Property Agreements that comply with University, Federal, and sponsor regulations.
• Negotiate other research‑related agreements involving intellectual property, publication, and confidentiality issues.
• Identify contractual and policy issues such as compliance, conflicts of interest, and accounting, and provide follow‑through until resolved.
• Advise client groups by interpreting and explaining contract terms and conditions of licensing agreements.
• Assist in resolving contractual problems that arise during projects by consulting with investigators, supervisors, senior staff, and sponsors.
• Review and revise standard agreements to reflect changes in University policies, Federal regulations, and laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience. JD preferred.

• Ability to draft, negotiate, and conclude industry research agreements.
• Understanding of intellectual property and licensing issues in industry‑sponsored research.
• Knowledge of university research environment and policies.
• Advanced communication skills for internal and external audiences, client groups, and all management levels.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for complex information.
• Customer‑focused service orientation and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Detail oriented and independent, yet able to seek assistance when needed.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good judgment, and timely negotiator.
• Organizational skills to prioritize multiple tasks and demands.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to university and departmental systems.

• Perform desk‑based computer tasks, seated work, and light/fine grasping.
• Use telephone, stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, write by hand, sort, and file paperwork.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 10 pounds.
• University will provide reasonable accommodation for disability as required by law.

• Occasional extended or weekend work during peak cycles.

• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Works well with Stanford colleagues, clients, and external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety:
  Demonstrates personal responsibility and safety value, communicates safety concerns, and promotes safe…