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Director of Shore Operations & Director of Technology Transfer

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Position: Director of Shore Operations & Director of Technology Transfer
Date: 12/02
Position Code: 2535
EEO Code: 102


Job Summary
Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration, is responsible for the Shore operations of the Institution and for the patenting, licensing, trade marking and copyrighting of intellectual property developed at WHOI.

  • Formulates future plans and provides strategic advice to WHOI's top management for future expansions of shore-based physical facilities and operations.

  • Interacts with WHOI's Executive Committee or other Trustee committees for specific interests of the committee.

  • Convenes WHOI planning committees to determine future land facilities required for Institution operations.

  • Provides WHOI's top management with advice for selection of project architects, engineers, planners, and construction managers for large construction projects.

  • Responsible for all major capital projects from concept through construction, including utilities.

  • Oversees significant renovation projects.

  • Provides systems engineering leadership for the Institution.

  • Responsible for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

  • Directs efforts of architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants engaged in Institution facilities projects.

  • Develops and communicates policies pertaining to construction, operations, and maintenance of the physical plant.

  • Negotiates and executes leases with various interests utilizing Institution property.

  • Represents the Institution at various Town hearings and meetings pertaining to Institution facilities.

  • Coordinates activities with other departments to accomplish Institution goals and objectives.

  • Manages the patenting, licensing, trade marking and copyrighting of intellectual property.

  • Serves as an educational resource on intellectual property and licensing matters for the WHOI community.


Desired Education/Experience for Hiring
Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or equivalent, plus 10 to 15 years experience with a minimum of 10 years in a management role. Master's degree in business a plus.

Last updated: February 25, 2013
 


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