Company Information
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Company Name: NIAID
Website: https://www.niaid.nih.gov/about/business-development-specialist-0

Job Information
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Job Title: Business Development Specialist
Job Type: Permanent
Address:
5601 fishers lane 
Rockville, Maryland. 20852
United States

Job Description:
Business Development Specialist
Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases

Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Office
Remote Positions Available! Apply Now!
Vacancy will close upon application cut off.

Are you interested in making an impact on the improvement of global health?
Are you interested in working in a dynamic organization that values its
employees and offers work-life flexibility?

NIAID seeks highly qualified and motivated candidates to fill key positions
in its Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Office (TTIPO). If you
are interested in transferring inventions from the lab to the marketplace
that benefit both domestic and global public health, consider joining TTIPO!
TTIPO advances the development and commercialization of biomedical inventions
from NIAID and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) research
labs and provides a return on taxpayer-funded research investment. TTIPO also
manages NIAID and CDC intellectual property assets assigned to the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Additionally, TTIPO negotiates
license agreements, collaborative research agreements, conditional gifts, and
material transfer agreements. See more information about TTIPO.
The business development specialist positions use a unique combination of
scientific, business development, marketing, and communication skills to
assess the commercial potential of biomedical inventions, seek and promote
partnerships to advance the development and commercialization of intellectual
assets, and communicate NIAID technology transfer successes.  Work closely
with scientists, technology transfer and patent specialists, business
executives, and partners in biotech, pharma, and diagnostics companies; NIH
Office of Technology Transfer; CDC Technology Transfer Office; and others as
needed.

Qualifications
Required
•	U.S. citizen or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing
date
•	Bachelor’s or graduate/higher-level degree in an eligible scientific
field (including life and medical sciences and chemistry)
•	Experience in technology transfer and invention development.

Preferred
•	Master’s degree or Ph.D. in an eligible scientific field is preferred,
juris doctor or master’s in business administration with an underlying
bachelor’s or master’s degree in an eligible scientific field
•	Prior experience in developing technology transfer initiatives and
establishing strategic partnerships and alliances with industry
•	Strong written and oral communication skills and experience in conducting
negotiations
•	Ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams

TTIPO is located at 5601 Fishers Lane in Rockville, Maryland. TTIPO
recognizes the complexity and stresses of life in the 21st century
(especially in the Washington, DC metropolitan area) and offers workplace
flexibilities, including flexible work hours, telework, and remote work.

To Apply
Visit vacancy announcement numbers NIH-NIAID-DE-24-12245511 (U.S. citizens)
and/or NIH-NIAID-MP-24-12245512 (status candidates) to submit your
application online through USAJobs.gov. The application period is open from
September 23, 2024, until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 2, 2024.

Applications from women, persons from underrepresented groups, and persons
with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. For salary information,
refer to the vacancy announcement. A full civil service package of benefits
(including retirement, health, life and long-term care insurance, Thrift
Savings Plan, etc.) is available. This position is subject to a background
investigation.

For more information or questions about these positions, email
NIAIDInnovation@mail.nih.gov [1]. We look forward to speaking with you!

Visit NIAID Careers for more information about working in NIAID’s dynamic
atmosphere.

HHS, NIH, and NIAID are equal opportunity employers dedicated to diversity,
equity, inclusion, and accessibility. NIH is dedicated to building a diverse
community through its training and employment programs.


[1] mailto:NIAIDInnovation@mail.nih.gov


Requirements:
Required
•	U.S. citizen or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing
date
•	Bachelor’s or graduate/higher-level degree in an eligible scientific
field (including life and medical sciences and chemistry)
•	Experience in technology transfer and invention development.



Links to External Job Postings:
Title: Business Development Specialist
URL: https://www.niaid.nih.gov/about/business-development-specialist-0


Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume
Majors Desired:: Business, Science
Degree levels accepted:: Bachelor, Graduate

Application Information
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Apply online at:: https://www.niaid.nih.gov/about/business-development-specialist-0