Filing Deadline: Tue 3/3/2026
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people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that
you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to
apply.
This position will remain open till filled. Initial application review date is 3/3/2026.
UCSD
Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 2/20/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact
their Employment Advisor.
Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor
for assistance.
This position will work a Hybrid schedule – expected to work on campus 1-3 days a month..
DESCRIPTION
Under the general direction, perform the highest level of analytical support to key
staff/faculty in the management of a comprehensive and complex intellectual property (IP) program for the campus. Responsibilities include
financial and inventor/author related activities in this program; primary liaison to faculty members, various department chairs, and
business officers to resolve royalty distribution issues. Recommend and develop policies to further the Department’s goals; interact with
all Office of Innovation & Commercialization (OIC) manager/staff and managers at the Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship office of UC
Office of the President (UCOP) to maintain the integrity of the system-wide Patent Tracking System (PTS) database. Responsible for the
supervision and training of 2 department finance employees, plus interaction with Business and Financial Service departments of UC San
Diego. Develop and determine innovative solutions and implement actions to resolve issues with the NUI/PTS computer system in its current
form and as it develops.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduation from college with a major in business administration,
finance, accounting, or an allied field, and four years of experience in administrative analysis or operations research; or an equivalent
combination of education and experience. - Thorough knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems. Demonstrated ability to
independently comprehend, analyze and interpret complex financial and budgetary data, written policies and procedures and apply
concepts. - Ability to independently gather required information to organize, and perform financial analysis assignments. Expert skill
in analyzing large quantities of financial and administrative data, summarizing and extracting pertinent data, compiling relevant
information in a variety of appropriate formats. - Proven ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing in a
clear and concise manner. Skill in communicating instructions/procedures in a logical, clear, concise manner to a wide variety of
constituents throughout the organization and other IP associated stakeholders. - Proven ability using spreadsheet and database
software for complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports. - Interpersonal skills, strong service orientation
and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Proven ability to multi-task in a high volume environment. Ability to work
effectively with a broad range of constituents, including university inventors, staffs, and administrators, license companies and accounting
personnel in law firms. - Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Experience in independently accomplishing tasks and to perform
recurring tasks without reminder. Experience performing under constant pressure of deadlines. - Ability to function as a member of a
team. - Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
Ability to integrate this knowledge to support both the UC San Diego financial system and the UCOP Patent Tracking System. - Ability
to problem solve, using investigation research and analytical skills to develop & implement appropriate solutions. - Strong
intellectual property portfolio management skills, with the ability to interpret policies and procedures to a variety of customers both
inside and outside the University. Proven experience managing an expanding and increasingly active portfolio of licensee, options, and
material transfer agreement financial information. - A demonstrated comprehensive working knowledge of laws and business practices
related to intellectual property and conflict of interest regulations. - Ability to maintain strict
confidentiality. - Supervisory skills and ability to direct others; demonstrated ability to delegate, motivate, and evaluate
employees. - Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, train and supervise staff.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on a background check.
- This position
involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity
to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. - Ability to handle confidential information including proprietary technical and
commercial information that has great investment value and conflict of interest potential.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $79,200 – $143,400 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly
Equivalent: $37.93 – $68.68
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge,
abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job
posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range
may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining
agreements (when applicable).
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on
Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose
additional requirements.
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and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San
Diego Principles of Community.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the
final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or
judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of
substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
a. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at
the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual
assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some
forms of misconduct:
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
- Abusive Conduct
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