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Technology Transfer

Location: United States
Experience Type: Employer Challenges
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Bridge science, business, and law to advance life-changing medical innovations.

LifeArc* is a leading medical research charity dedicated to translating scientific discoveries into real-world healthcare solutions. We collaborate with researchers, industry partners, and investors to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and commercially viable medical advancements. Our expertise spans drug discovery, diagnostics, and technology transfer, ensuring that promising innovations reach the people who need them most.

During this programme, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a technology transfer associate and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Technology Transfer team does every day. You’ll develop key skills in evaluating commercial pathways for scientific innovations and crafting professional communications to justify your commercialisation strategies. 

We hope this programme provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your CV as you explore career options and a potential career at our company.

*Disclaimer:
For the purposes of this simulation, the organisation LifeArc is referred to as Judd Street Innovations. All content remains grounded in real-world practice and reflects typical responsibilities and workflows within the sector.

This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.

Skills Learned:

  • Intro & Scenario
    Background context and your project team
  • Evaluating market potential and collaboration opportunities
    Assess the market potential of an innovative diagnostic tool and identify pathways for commercialisation

    • Strategic Thinking
    • Analytical Writing
    • Due Diligence
  • Structuring a commercialisation pathway
    Determine the best path to bring Dr Carter’s diagnostic tool to market

    • Business Communication
    • Commercial Awareness
    • Strategic Decision Making
  • Finish Line

Experience Information

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