Licensing Manager

ATCC

$100K — $120K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience; Master's with 6; or PhD with 3, including supervisory experience.
  • Proven track record of negotiating complex international out-licensing and revenue-generating agreements.
  • Experience in life sciences, biotechnology, and regulation of biological materials.
  • Ability to manage end-to-end licensing negotiations effectively.
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with legal, finance, and product teams.
  • Familiarity with various collaborative agreements relevant to the field.
  • Knowledge of IP assessments and field of use licensing.

Responsibilities

  • Lead international out-licensing activities from inquiry to agreement execution.
  • Conduct due diligence including market and technical assessments for licensing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure competitive licensing terms.
  • Manage licensing workflows and maintain accurate data in management systems.
  • Provide guidance for project teams to drive licensing revenue growth.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage and various paid insurances including life and disability.
  • Paid holidays, PTO, and work-life balance support.
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, plus additional benefits like legal services.
  • Robust 401(a) and 403(b) retirement plans with employer contributions.
  • Career advancement opportunities, recognition, and a corporate bonus program.
  • Contribute to a non-profit mission that supports vital life science research.
Full Job Description
Overview
Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a global nonprofit that provides trusted biological materials for science and health, is seeking a remote Licensing Manager with deep experience negotiating complex, revenue‑generating out‑licensing agreements for scientific or IP‑driven assets. This role leads global commercial out‑licensing for trusted biological materials used in regulated manufacturing and applied research environments. The position requires strong scientific and business acumen to enable responsible global access to ATCC’s scientific assets through compliant, strategic licensing. This Licensing Manager serves as a key individual contributor and strategic partner, developing and executing global licensing strategies, managing complex international out‑licensing transactions, and expanding ATCC’s licensing portfolio across diverse markets with a focus on international licensing. Working closely with legal, finance, product, and distributor management teams, this role negotiates and structures licensing and collaborative agreements that protect brand integrity, ensure appropriate use of ATCC assets, and drive sustainable licensing revenue. Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials. #LI-Remote Responsibilities

  • International Licensing Strategy & Deal Execution: Lead end‑to‑end international out‑licensing activities, including evaluation of commercial use inquiries, negotiation of new licenses, renewals, and amendments, and execution of agreements aligned with established licensing playbooks and revenue objectives.
  • Commercial & IP Due Diligence: Conduct market, technical, and IP assessments to evaluate field‑of‑use requests, qualify potential licensees, and ensure appropriate, compliant use of ATCC biological materials in manufacturing and commercial applications.
  • Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with legal, finance, product management, and international distributors to structure competitive licensing terms and support country‑specific market considerations and bioproduction use cases.
  • Operational Management & Reporting: Manage licensing workflows from inquiry through execution, maintain accurate data in IP management systems, and deliver licensing metrics, forecasts, and reports to senior leadership.
  • Global Licensing Program Support: Provide direction and guidance to project teams or contributors, supporting efficient deal flow, continuous improvement, and sustained licensing revenue growth.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and 8 or more years’ experience (or Master's and 6 years, or PhD and 3 years), including 02 years’ supervisory experience or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in intellectual property licensing, commercial agreements, or technology transfer, with a strong emphasis on international out‑licensing and revenue‑generating deals.
  • Demonstrated success managing complex commercial license negotiations within life sciences, biotechnology, biomanufacturing, or regulated biological materials environments.
  • Proven experience leading complex, end‑to‑end licensing negotiations, including new licenses, renewals, and amendments, with the ability to secure favorable commercial, legal, and financial terms.
  • Strong background collaborating cross‑functionally with legal, finance, product management, and international distribution teams to structure, negotiate, and execute licensing and collaborative agreements.
  • Working knowledge of a broad range of commercial and collaborative agreements, including license agreements, confidentiality agreements, material transfer agreements, etc.
  • Knowledge of IP, freedom-to-operate assessments and field of use licensing.
  • International licensing experience highly preferred but not required.
Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional incentive compensation including regular merit increases and the corporate bonus program.

We Invest in You

  • Health & Wellness:
    • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, and paid parental leave
    • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
    • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as legal services, pet insurance and additional supplemental coverage.
    • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
  • Financial security:
    • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
    • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
    • Corporate bonus program
  • Mission Focused:
    • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
    • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
    • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

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