(Feynman Center for Innovation) Licensing Associate Graduate Student
- Req. Number: IRC139406
- Organization : Richard P. Feynman Center for Innovation (FCI-DO)
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
The Richard P. Feynman Center for Innovation (FCI) Licensing and Intellectual Property team is seeking a motivated GRA applicant to assist in building intellectual property (IP) portfolios and developing commercialization strategies that help advance U.S. national security efforts in one of the following technical areas: Chemical Sciences Earth & Life Sciences | National Security | Physical Sciences | Simulation, Computation & Theory. To learn more about LANL and FCI, visit our websites.
Responsibilities for the selected candidate will entail:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: Currently enrolled in a master's or PhD program in engineering, the physical sciences, computer science, or another related field. Must be enrolled in 6 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent). Must currently have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
Desired Qualifications:
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, NM.
Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Note to Applicants:
All the above must be addressed in the application (cover letter and CV) if it is to be considered. The application should address all the minimum job requirements and as many desired skills that are applicable.
For technical questions related to this position contact: Jon Cook, jcook@lanl.gov
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account:
Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
• Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
• Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
• Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active, and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket.
Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
• Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received
insurance coverage to Create an Account.
• From here, you will establish an account with username and password
How to Apply: How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process
Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
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If you experience any technical issues, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov for assistance.
The Richard P. Feynman Center for Innovation (FCI) Licensing and Intellectual Property team is seeking a motivated GRA applicant to assist in building intellectual property (IP) portfolios and developing commercialization strategies that help advance U.S. national security efforts in one of the following technical areas: Chemical Sciences Earth & Life Sciences | National Security | Physical Sciences | Simulation, Computation & Theory. To learn more about LANL and FCI, visit our websites.
Responsibilities for the selected candidate will entail:
- Working with scientists/principal investigators to identify, scope, and assess technology transfer opportunities. Assists with the analysis of emerging markets and intellectual property protection strategies for laboratory technologies.
- Under the direction of senior licensing staff, develop and execute marketing and communication strategies that support technology transfer and commercialization goals and objectives.
- Assist in analyzing current and emerging markets for commercialization of Laboratory technologies through research, networking, and information portals.
- Assist in drafting, negotiating, executing, and monitoring contracts, licenses, and agreements.
- Research, assemble, and/or evaluate technology development and associated product-market fit to enable the intellectual property protection and licensing processes.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Knowledge of intellectual property, patents, and copyrights.
- Ability to conduct basic marketing and intellectual property research, evaluate competitive landscapes, and identify industry trends.
- Understanding of customer relationships in private industry, universities, national laboratories, state and local governments, and/or communities.
- Ability to apply knowledge of intellectual property rights, laws, policies, and procedures in a negotiation.
- Knowledge of general business terms; general knowledge of licensing, contracts, and agreements.
Education/Experience: Currently enrolled in a master's or PhD program in engineering, the physical sciences, computer science, or another related field. Must be enrolled in 6 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent). Must currently have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience collaborating with legal counsel to verify and validate intellectual property (IP) rights for licensing and commercialization.
- Knowledge of U.S. Federal, Department of Energy (DOE), national laboratory, and university technology transfer policies, practices, statutes, and regulations.
- Familiarity with IP and contract management systems, including tracking IP assets and linking them to associated agreements (e.g., licenses, options).
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, NM.
Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Note to Applicants:
All the above must be addressed in the application (cover letter and CV) if it is to be considered. The application should address all the minimum job requirements and as many desired skills that are applicable.
For technical questions related to this position contact: Jon Cook, jcook@lanl.gov
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account:
Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
• Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
• Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
• Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active, and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket.
Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
• Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received
insurance coverage to Create an Account.
• From here, you will establish an account with username and password
How to Apply: How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process
Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
• Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
If you experience any technical issues, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov for assistance.
