Program Manager II/Corporate Affairs Liaison

Requires a master's degree in business administration, master's degree in public administration, Juris Doctor, LLB or related field and six years of progressively responsible experience to include expertise in licensing and negotiation of legal contracts. Prefer three to five years legal experience in a corporate, academic or government agency environment practicing a broad range of issues associated with intellectual property management and technology transfer and academic/industrial contracting; demonstrated knowledge and understanding of statutory and case law governing research contracts, grants and licenses; demonstrated knowledge of statutory and case law governing patents; skilled liaison with internal and external clients fostering cooperation among parties in developing, negotiating and executing contracts; proven ability to work as a member of a professional team establishing and maintaining professional relationships with all members; excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to operate in a computerized office and make maximum use of available technologies. The USC Research Foundation operates in support of the University of South Carolina providing the means and facilities to promote, encourage, and aid scientific investigation and research. The Corporate Affairs Liaison will support all the functional areas of USCRF and is an integral part of research administration. Will report directly to the Foundation's Managing Director.  Resumes and applications may be submitted to USC Employment Office, 508 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29208.  USC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.