Intellectual Property Manager

Johns Hopkins University
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Mar 06, 2025
Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures (JHTV) supports the commercialization of university technology through technology licensing, the development of sponsored research agreements, and venture creation. We serve as business advisors to investigators at all ten schools of the university whose research has commercial potential. Our resources include intellectual property (IP) protection, technology analysis, marketing and licensing support, translational and venture funding support, physical space through our FastForward innovation hubs, and professional services such as mentorship, pro bono legal and accounting services, and educational programming. We are seeking an *Intellectual Property Manager* to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Intellectual Property Management, the IP Manager will identify and protect inventions resulting from university research. This role involves managing patent prosecution and disclosure-related tasks through interactions with faculty members, staff, students, and outside counsel. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Reviews pre-analysis checklists and uses the information provided along with the other disclosure documents to prepare new disclosure summaries including conducting preliminary prior art analysis, if necessary, to identify patentable and commercially valuable subject matter. Evaluates inventions for intellectual property potential and works closely with IP counsel to file for appropriate IP protection, i.e., patent applications, copyrights, trademarks, etc. Works closely with internal staff and groups to generate IP landscapes for invention disclosures to identify market opportunities. Engages in outreach and education related to JHTV's mission, intellectual property and technology transfer practices. Develops IP protection strategies for inventions retained by the university in consultation with licensing staff, inventors and IP counsel. Implements the strategies. Directs patent counsel in the preparation, filing and prosecution of U.S. and international patent applications. Maintains a Computer Packages (CPI) docket for tracking filing obligations for their assigned portfolio. Provides oversight and management of the patent budget for assigned cases. Establishes and maintains contacts with industry IP managers, patent counsel and representatives at other academic institutions. Works with Safesforce and Inteum databases to review IP for encumbrances or other issues before marketing material is sent to potential licensees. Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Basic understanding of intellectual property. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to converse on scientific and technical matters in various disciplines with investigators, outside counsel and nonscientific staff. Effective communication skills with all levels of the organization and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Minimum Qualifications An advanced Degree in Science, Business or law is required. Candidate will have a working knowledge intellectual property management and patenting that is typically gained through a minimum of 1 year of related intellectual property management experience. Preferred Qualifications U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident required due to Federal Export Controls. Registered Patent Agent strongly preferred. Additional experience beyond one year strongly preferred. Classified Title: Technology Transfer Associate Job Posting Title (Working Title):Intellectual Property Manager Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PE Starting Salary Range: $73,300-$100,800-$128,300 Annually ($90,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: M-F/8:30am-5pm FLSA Status:Exempt Location:School of Medicine Campus Department name: Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. 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Vaccine Requirements Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.