Internships

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Job Openings

• Outreach & Economic Development Specialist
• TEC Specialist

Outreach & Economic Development Specialist

The Cornell Center for Technology Enterprise and Commercialization (CCTEC) is responsible for the management of Cornell University's technology. The Center partners with industry to develop Cornell's technologies into products and services for public good. An important component of CCTEC’s functions is to promote an entrepreneurial culture at Cornell and to facilitate beneficial interactions between Cornell researchers, students (especially MBA and graduate students), industry representatives, investors, and entrepreneurs by organizing various networking and technology marketing events to showcase Cornell technologies and to promote entrepreneurial opportunities for regional economic development. This position is responsible for working as part of CCTEC's Outreach & Economic Development team to help plan, organize, promote, stage and implement all such events, as well as, help to manage CCTEC's online presence both at Cornell's main campus in Ithaca, at the NYSAES in Geneva, and at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. The range of tasks include:

• Assist in the development and planning and in the launch (logistics, venues, sponsors, speakers, catering, registration) of 1-5 events per month with anywhere from 10-150 attendees;
• Develop creative event flyers, brochures, invitations and promotions (including online) for events;
• Assist in the maintenance, update, and improvement of CCTEC’s various web sites;
• Assist in the development and production of CCTEC publications including Annual Reports and Quarterly Newsletters;
• Help to manage and maintain contact database of licensees, investors, entrepreneurs, alumni, and other event participants.

Qualifications

Associates degree with 2-3 years of hands-on experience in event planning, graphic design and logistics management. Computer skills and proficiency in the following software programs: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe PageMaker, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Dreamweaver, ACT, and Microsoft Office. Must have the ability to do website maintenance and content revisions with html programming preferred. Must have the capacity to assist with the development of documentation and other communication materials. Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills (both written and oral). Ability to prioritize multiple projects and handle confidential information. Must be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external audiences. Customer-oriented philosophy, independent judgment/discretion and initiative essential. Occasional out-of-town travel required.

Preferred Qualifications

Industry (private sector) experience in event planning. Experience with NYS grant programs, grant writing and working with economic development agencies a plus. Experience and ability to interact with multiple stakeholders in a pleasant and politically sensitive manner much preferred.

Background check may be required. No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. Located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the new Cornell Tech campus to be built on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

Diversity and inclusion have been and continue to be a part of our heritage. Cornell University is a recognized EEO/AA employer and educator.

To apply, click here.

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TEC Specialist

This position is for a professional to assist a Technology Commercialization and Liaison Officer (TCLO) in the management of intellectual property for Cornell University. Under the supervision of the TCLO, the individual will assist in the conduct of technology transfer functions in the following areas:

• Process inquiries from Cornell faculty and research staff regarding intellectual property matters and invention disclosures to the Cornell Center for Technology Enterprise and Commercialization and coordinate responses with the TCLO and other appropriate staff.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings with outside counsel, inventors, TCLO, and/or licensees for intellectual property protection matters such as patents.
• Assist TCLO with the review of physical sciences invention disclosures and follow up with inventors (Cornell faculty and research staff) for additional information as needed.
• Work with the appropriate staff and Cornell faculty and researchers to plan and implement outreach events showcasing Cornell inventions and startup companies.
• Marketing of Cornell inventions to potential licensees.
• Recording of key information related to the TCLO’s activities and track action items in the Center's Intellectual Property management and document retention systems.
• Other activities as necessary to assist the TCLO.

Extensive interaction is required with campus researchers, patent and contract attorneys, licensees, and potential licensees.

This is a 30 hour per week, 10 month term position. This position is benefits-eligible.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates Degree in Engineering, Physical or Computer Sciences with at least 2 years work experience in engineering/science and/or Associates Degree in Liberal Arts with at least 2 years work experience in a legal setting. Individual must have outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills, and excellent computer skills to include spreadsheet, word processing and relational database programs, as well as using the Internet. Must be flexible and comfortable with changing priorities while successfully handling multiple tasks. Must work to understand different perspectives and promote cooperation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor degree in Engineering, Physical or Computer Sciences and/or Bachelor Degree in Liberal Arts combined with certification as a paralegal with at least 3 years’ work experience. Exposure to technology transfer and/or intellectual property matters in a university setting, exposure to industrial R&D or technology acquisition activities, and/or work with a venture capital firm financing university start-ups are a plus.

Background check may be required. No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. Located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the new Cornell Tech campus to be built on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

Diversity and inclusion have been and continue to be a part of our heritage. Cornell University is a recognized EEO/AA employer and educator.

To apply, click here.