Technology Commercialization Specialist

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
The Technology Commercialization Specialist works under direct supervision to support the evaluation and commercialization of intellectual property arising from university research. This entry-level role performs defined assignments while learning technology transfer terminology, systems, agreements, and workflows. The Technology Commercialization Specialist receives structured training and regular feedback and is accountable for accurate, timely completion of assigned work. Senior staff review substantive work and retain responsibility for portfolio strategy, substantive negotiations, and institutional commitments.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree in business, engineering, technology management, life sciences, economics, or a related field.
  

• Experience
  No prior professional experience required. This entry-level position is designed for candidates with 0-2 years of relevant experience in commercialization, research, product development, business development, innovation, or technology transfer. Relevant coursework, academic projects, internships, or student employment may demonstrate foundational skills.
  

Preferred

• Experience
  Coursework, academic research, or project exposure related to scientific discovery, entrepreneurship, or technology commercialization. An advanced degree is not required.
  

JOB DUTIES

• Support senior commercialization staff in day-to-day communication with assigned faculty and research groups, including meeting preparation and follow-up.
• Assist with invention disclosure intake, check submissions for completeness, and request missing information using established procedures.
• Conduct guided scientific literature and market research; summarize potential applications, competing technologies, and preliminary commercial opportunities for senior review.
• Collect information on funding, inventor affiliations, outside collaborators, and related agreements. Flag possible ownership, reporting, or revenue-sharing obligations for senior assessment.
• Assist with commercialization plans by researching licensing, startup, and funding pathways and completing tasks assigned by the responsible senior staff member.
• Prepare draft technology summaries, internal review materials, and presentations. Obtain appropriate review before external use.
• Work with Business Development to identify potential licensees and company contacts, prepare approved outreach materials, and document responses.
• Provide routine status updates and explain established processes using approved guidance. Communicate respectfully and refer sensitive concerns or substantive strategy questions to senior staff.
• Participate in licensing and collaboration discussions as assigned, document proposed terms and action items, and prepare follow-up materials for review.
• Maintain accurate invention and opportunity records, track assigned tasks and deadlines, and promptly raise delays, missing information, or concerns with the supervisor.
• Coordinate routine information requests and handoffs with IP/Operations, Finance, Compliance, Innovation Hub, and Business Development under established procedures.
• Work with Finance and accounting staff collect records needed to track license revenue, sponsored research funding, and related obligations; refer interpretation and allocation questions to responsible staff.
• Support startup assistance and innovation or entrepreneurship events through assigned research, materials preparation, coordination, and follow-up.
• Complete training, apply feedback, and take on additional defined assignments as proficiency is demonstrated and the supervisor authorizes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.