Director, Portfolio Management - Innovation Ventures

Job Description

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named

• Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
• One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
• A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
• One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
• An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Technology Commercialization Management- The comprehensive management of all CCHMC-generated intellectual property and technologies within the Portfolio area of the Department, including disclosure identification and evaluation, patent strategy and assistance with prosecution, licensing and commercialization. Comprehensive management of CCHMC technologies within the Portfolio area of the Department including proactive interaction with investigators in assigned, embedded divisions to identify new technologies, evaluation of disclosed technologies for patenting and commercialization potential, valuation of select technologies, developing and implementing marketing and patenting plans for inventions, drafting and negotiating term sheets, options, licenses and other agreements, including confidentiality and materials transfer agreements, and management of active licenses.
• Project Leadership- Provide leadership for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects within the Portfolio area of the Department ensuring consistency with organizational strategy, commitments and goals. Define project scope, goals, deliverables and resource requirements. Define and manage the project budget. Develop project plans resource allocation, and timeline. Manage the day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope. Direct assigned project team ensuring effective utilization of resources. Monitor project deliverables and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders.
• Performance Management- Direct the development and monitoring of an effective staffing and retention strategy, including hiring and terminating employees, workforce planning, succession planning; attracting and retaining top performers, partnering with leadership and Human Resources to develop effective and appropriate recruitment packages, and effective on-boarding programs for staff; effective performance management of direct reports; in partnership with leadership, provide mentoring and development to faculty and other leaders in effective performance management; mentor and provide learning and development opportunities for direct reports and others in business roles; effectively and appropriately leveraging human resources business partners to meet the division's talent management goals; ultimate responsibility for supporting organizational programs/plans that impact employees and ensuring communication, comprehension, and adherence to all Human Resources policies and related legal and/or compliance requirements.
• Business Development Management- Direct, establish and monitor business processes to ensure effective and efficient operations. Build knowledge of and relationships with appropriate stakeholders and industries for effective partnering- industry feedback, research collaborations, licensing, etc. Develop and manage synergistic partnerships and collaborations with stakeholders to advance portfolio projects. Oversee and lead the strategic planning of comprehensive marketing and communications efforts to ensure institution and center are positioned as leading institutions. Liaise and partner with CCHMC Marketing, Internal Communications, and Business Development as needed.
  
  

Job Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or Masters or higher degree in related field
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
  
  

Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance packages available for nurses!
• Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
  
  

Primary Location

South Campus

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Department

Surgical Services

Employee Status

Regular

FTE

1

Weekly Hours

40

Salary Range

$111,155.20 - $142,043.20

Comprehensive Job Description Provided Upon Request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.