Technology Development and Commercialization Consultant, UMKC's Innovation Center
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Information Services / Technology (IT)
Posted on April 19, 2024
Hiring Department
UMKC's Innovation Center - Small Business Tech Development Center
The University of Missouri develops and promotes programs and collaborative partnerships that support new and existing businesses, bring innovative ideas to market, and elevate our quality of life throughout the state of Missouri. The Missouri Small Business Development Center at UMKC is focused on innovation and Community organizations, in addition to university technology commercialization and the SBIR/STTR program. The Missouri SBDC assists small technology firms in the commercialization of new technology and innovation and encourages and enhances technology research, product development, technology transfer, and technology deployment.
Job Description
This position serves as a specialist in supporting activities to assist in identifying promising technologies developed in federal labs, universities, and research institutions that have commercialization and market potential, as well as providing guidance, expertise, and training on the commercialization of products and development of companies to university faculty and staff, entrepreneurs, and business clients. Candidates should have a strong background in evaluating innovative biotechnologies for commercial applications. Experience with biotechnology and commercialization is highly desired. The successful candidate must build relationships with a diverse group of research faculty, entrepreneurial tech community, and equity fund and SBIR/STTR experts. The ability to analyze technologies, collaborate with commercial interests, and determine valuation will be highly valued.
Characteristic Duties
- Assist faculty, entrepreneurs, and private sector companies with planning and commercialization of technology, including accessing seed and venture capital and conducting market research for potential commercialization.
- Effectively work with researchers within multiple colleges with commercialization issues, including Engineering, Agriculture, Life Sciences, Medicine, and Veterinary Medicine.
- Responsible for coaching technology clients and SBIR/STTR applicants to address a variety of issues that enable clients to assess, prepare, and manage SBIR proposals.
- Develop and conduct educational sessions on SBIR/STTR research, commercialization, and biotechnology business development.
- Market Missouri SBDC programs and services to internal and external agencies and partners.
- Conduct all activities under the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Rehabilitation, Americans with Disabilities Act, and local, state, and regional affirmative action plans.
- As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected to support the mission and purpose of UMKC Innovation Center.
Leadership is received from the Director of the Missouri SBDC at UMKC and the Missouri SBDC Tech Lead Center.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in science, engineering, business, or a related area with appropriate coursework is ideal.
Five or more years of relevant experience working with the private sector and/or faculty entrepreneurs.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in management, marketing, technology, or product development and commercialization is critical.
Experience with, or knowledge of, SBIR and STTR proposals, requirements, and agencies.
Entrepreneurial vision and desire to work with entrepreneurs.
Effective interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills are critical.
Ability to work as a team with other faculty and staff.
Demonstrated ability to be proactive.
Anticipated Hiring Range
While this role's salary band begins at $58,573, we anticipate the role to be offered between $77,000 - $84,500 commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.
Application Deadline
Application review begins Friday, April 26th. Position will accept and review applications until filled.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
