About this opportunity
Insight Global lists this Technology Transfer Program Manager opportunity in boulder, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Bachelor's degree in Earth System Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Technology Management, or a related scientific field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years of progressive technology transfer experience within a national laboratory, research institution, federally funded research organization, public research university, or similar research-driven environment
Experience building, scaling, or managing a technology transfer, commercialization, or intellectual property program
Experience evaluating scientific, software, deep-tech, aerospace, engineering, or physical science innovations for commercial viability and market potential
Strong background in intellectual property management, including invention disclosures, patent strategy, licensing, commercialization, and technology valuation
Experience developing and negotiating licensing agreements, option agreements, research agreements, commercialization agreements, and other technology transfer transactions
Hands‑on experience managing federally funded intellectual property and compliance requirements, including Bayh‑Dole Act regulations and iEdison reporting
Experience using intellectual property management software platforms (Wellspring, Sophia, Inteum, or similar systems)
Experience developing processes, policies, agreement templates, workflows, and governance structures for technology transfer programs
Experience conducting technology assessments, market analysis, customer discovery, and business development activities related to commercialization efforts
Strong relationship‑building skills with researchers, scientists, legal teams, finance teams, business development organizations, external partners, and prospective licensees
Experience creating and delivering training programs related to intellectual property, innovation, and technology commercialization
Ability to work independently as the sole technology transfer leader while navigating a highly matrixed organization
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, customer service, and critical thinking skills
Nice to Have Skills
Master's degree or PhD in Earth System Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Technology Management, or a related field
10+ years of technology transfer experience
Experience within atmospheric sciences, aerospace, climate science, environmental science, geospatial technologies, advanced computing, software development, or other physical science disciplines
Experience working with outside patent counsel and intellectual property attorneys
Experience using Salesforce or another CRM platform for opportunity and relationship management
Experience developing public‑facing commercialization websites, technology catalogs, or innovation marketing materials
Involvement with AUTM, CO‑LABS, or other technology transfer and commercialization organizations
Experience presenting to executive leadership teams, advisory boards, or boards of directors
Prior experience serving as a standalone technology transfer function or building a program from the ground up
Day to Day Responsibilities
Insight Global is seeking a Technology Transfer Program Manager to lead and expand a growing technology transfer and commercialization program for a premier scientific research organization. This individual will serve as the primary owner of the organization's technology transfer function, taking an existing foundation of tools, processes, and intellectual property infrastructure and maturing it into a comprehensive, scalable program. The Technology Transfer Program Manager will evaluate scientific and software‑based innovations for commercialization potential, oversee invention disclosures, intellectual property protection strategies, licensing opportunities, market assessments, and technology valuation activities. They will partner closely with researchers, scientists, business development teams, legal counsel, finance, contracts, and executive stakeholders to guide innovations through the commercialization lifecycle. On a daily basis, this individual will build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, identify opportunities for licensing and strategic partnerships, negotiate technology transfer agreements, manage intellectual property portfolios, and ensure compliance with federal intellectual property requirements, including Bayh‑Dole and iEdison reporting obligations. They will also develop training programs, improve operational processes, maintain intellectual property records and commercialization systems, support marketing and outreach efforts, and represent the organization within the broader technology transfer community. This role requires a highly independent and strategic professional who can balance intellectual property management, business development, customer engagement, market analysis, and stakeholder collaboration while serving as the central leader of a growing commercialization program. The position follows a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days onsite each week and occasional local travel for partner and customer meetings. This role is offering a base salary of $140,000-$165,000k based on years of experience. If this sounds like the role for you,
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Worksite address
boulder, CO, 80301, US
Who can apply
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