Director of Licensing – Physical Sciences and Engineering

About the role

The Director of Licensing – Physical Sciences and Engineering leads Texas A&M Innovation’s effort to commercialize technologies in advanced materials, semiconductors, photonics, energy, manufacturing, defense, transportation, infrastructure and digital domains. Reporting to senior leadership, this senior position builds and manages a high‑performing licensing team while serving as the primary liaison to faculty, researchers, industry partners and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute a commercialization strategy for physical sciences and engineering technologies aligned with Texas A&M Innovation’s impact‑first mission.
• Establish a specialized licensing function that deepens domain expertise and strengthens faculty relationships.
• Develop annual and multi‑year plans for portfolio growth, licensing performance, startup creation and industry engagement.
• Lead a team of licensing professionals, providing mentorship, performance management and resource allocation.
• Represent Texas A&M Innovation at meetings, events and strategic outreach activities to enhance the office’s reputation as a trusted commercialization partner.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in technology transfer, licensing or related commercialization roles.
• Demonstrated success in advancing physical sciences or engineering innovations to market.
• Strong network with academic researchers, industry executives and venture partners.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive health benefits and paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Defined benefit retirement plan through the Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and optional defined contribution options.
• Tuition assistance and wellness programs to support work‑life balance.