Manager of the Technology Licensing Section

The Technology Licensing Section is a key part of OIST Innovation, the technology commercialization arm of OIST that drives technology transfer, industry partnerships, and startup incubation (https://www.oist.jp/innovation). The Technology Licensing Section is at the forefront of transforming cutting-edge research into real-world impact. We proactively identify high-potential technologies developed at OIST, protect and manage them primarily through patents, and drive commercialization by connecting with partners worldwide. Our work is fast-paced, global, and central to turning bold scientific ideas into innovation that matters. OIST is seeking a Manager of the Technology Licensing Section with a strong scientific or engineering background and proven leadership skills. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in transforming cutting-edge research into commercial applications, contributing to both economic development and scientific advancement. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of academia, industry, and entrepreneurship while helping build a vibrant innovation ecosystem in Okinawa.

技術移転セクションは、OIST発技術の商業化を担う OIST Innovation（技術移転、産学連携、スタートアップ支援を推進する部署）（https://www.oist.jp/innovation）における中核的な組織です。　本セクションは、最先端研究を社会実装へとつなげる最前線に位置しています。OISTで創出された将来性の高い技術を積極的に発掘し、主に特許を通じて保護・管理するとともに、世界中のパートナーと連携して商業化を推進します。このセクションの業務は常にスピード感と、グローバル性が高く、大胆な科学的アイデアを社会的価値あるイノベーションへと転換する中核的役割を担っています。OISTでは、科学または工学分野における優秀な実績と、実証済みのリーダーシップを兼ね備えた「技術移転セクション マネージャー」を募集します。本ポジションは、最先端研究を商業利用へと発展させる上で中心的な役割を果たし、経済発展および科学の進展の双方に貢献します。アカデミア、産業界、起業家達との交差点で活躍し、沖縄における活力あるイノベーション・エコシステムの構築に寄与できる、非常に魅力的なポジションです。

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