Technology Commercialization Intern, Life Science

Working for the Purdue Research Foundation offers a dynamic and innovative environment where you can be at the forefront of groundbreaking research and technological advancements. As a member of this organization, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to cutting-edge projects that have the potential to shape the future in various fields. The Foundation's commitment to driving innovation and entrepreneurship provides a stimulating and supportive workplace culture. Additionally, you'll have access to state-of-the-art resources and a network of professionals dedicated to advancing knowledge and technology. Working for the Purdue Research Foundation means being part of a team that's actively driving progress and making a lasting impact on the world.

The intern must be available to work at least ten hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist Licensing Associates and other commercialization professionals by:
  • Performing preliminary market and industry research to assess commercial viability of Purdue innovations.
  • Identifying potential commercial development partners for Purdue innovations.
• Preparing and assembling marketing materials for external interactions. Such materials may include packets of technology summaries, pitch decks, and other custom data requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong analytical skills including simplifying complex technical details for non-technical audiences.
• Advanced research capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and meet short deadlines.
• Effective at setting priorities, managing time and maintaining confidentiality.
• Eager to work in a highly motivated and collaborative environment.
• Knowledge/interest in intellectual property rights and protection and the commercialization and marketing of such intellectual property.
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
• Database navigation and querying skills.

Required Education & Experience

• HS Diploma/GED required.
• At least two years of undergraduate coursework in a scientific or technical area required.
• Ideal candidates include:
  • Current undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a degree in any field of science or engineering.
  • Post-doctoral researchers and other recent graduates seeking experience in technology commercialization.
• Training and experience in technical writing or market research may be considered in lieu of a scientific background for highly qualified candidates.

About Purdue Research Foundation

Purdue Research Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. PRF views, evaluates, and treats all persons in all Foundation-related activities solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran.

PRF will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

A criminal conviction check and negative controlled substance test are required for employment in this position.

Department

Office of Technology Commercialization

Employment Type

Internship

Location

Purdue Research Foundation

Workplace type

Hybrid

Compensation

$16.00 / hour