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Manager - Business Development - Commercialization

Mayo Clinic Open · verified Sep 25, 2026
Rochester Full-time Manager Business Development

At a glance

Mid-level Business Development role at Mayo Clinic. Rochester · full-time.

Pay not stated

RoleBusiness Development
SeniorityManager
LocationRochester
EmploymentFull-time
PostedNov 5, 2025 · 10mo ago
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Assess assigned inventions and disclosures for commercialization prospects, then guide them through patenting and licensing
  • Negotiate agreements and pursue other commercialization work for assigned projects
  • Coordinate with senior licensing leaders, inventors, patent attorneys, licensees, and external companies
  • Orient research and clinical departments and outside organizations to Mayo Clinic Ventures when serving as licensing team lead

What you bring

  • A bachelor's degree supported by a strong science background is required
  • At least four years of licensing or patenting experience is required
  • Knowledge of the business, laws, and regulations governing technology patenting and licensing
  • Strong technical capability, judgment, communication skills, and the ability to prioritize several projects

Who this fits

This role suits someone who can combine science and technology knowledge with licensing, patenting, negotiation, and stakeholder communication. You may lead a licensing team, work across research and clinical departments, and manage multiple projects in a diverse team environment. A master's degree in business, science, or a related area is preferred.

From the employer

The purpose of this position is to evaluate and manage the commercialization potential and processing of assigned disclosures and inventions, engaging and consulting with Sr. Licensing managers and Licensing Directors when appropriate. Responsible for the various stages of evaluation, patent prosecution and licensing of the assigned projects. This position will be responsible for negotiating agreements and other commercialization efforts. The incumbent may act as licensing team lead, utilizing strong leadership qualities, team management and interpersonal skills, together with broad technical knowledge to orient existing research and clinical departments and outside companies to Mayo Clinic Ventures. Interaction is required with inventors, patent attorneys and licensees.

Requires a bachelor's degree with a strong science background. Master's degree in business, science or related field preferred. A minimum of 4 years of experience with licensing and/or patenting required. Good human relations and written and verbal communication skills. High level of technical competence and confidence. Strong interest in computers and research. Customer focused. Adherence to Mayo Clinic policies and procedures. Decision making and problem solving ability. Ability to manage several projects or tasks simultaneously and exercise appropriate judgment when prioritizing projects. Ability to function well in a team setting and work in a diverse work environment. Knowledge of business, laws and regulations relating to patenting and licensing of technologies required.

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