Research & Industry Alliances Officer 

INDUSTRY ALLNS SPEC 4 (006617)

UCPath Position ID: 40050682

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

2/12/2026 7:41:59 PM

Date Last Edited:

2/12/2026 7:41:56 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

3100O

Organization:

VC RESEARCH

Division Code:

3118D

Division:

UCLA TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Department:

309400 - TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40050682

Position Description ID

172633

UC Payroll Title:

INDUSTRY ALLNS SPEC 4 (006617)

Personnel Program

Management and Senior Professional (MSP)

Salary Grade:

Grade 25

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40060549

Reports to Payroll Title:

INDUSTRY ALLNS MGR 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40048320

Department Head Payroll Title:

IP MGR 4

GENERAL DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent receives guidance in terms of broad goals and overall objectives and is responsible for establishing the methods to attain them. Generally the incumbent is in charge of an area of work, and typically formulates policy for this area but does not necessarily have final authority for approving policy.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research & Industry Alliances (RIA) Officer is responsible for the following duties including: (1) negotiating, drafting and executing agreements; (2) business development and relationship management; and (3) collaboration with UC and UCLA teams.

As part of the agreement duties, the RIA Officer maintains a caseload of agreements related to industry sponsor arrangements, material transfer arrangements, and other contracts that involve third parties. Each agreement is negotiated, drafted and/or reviewed to ensure that it complies with university policies and procedures, the expectations of the faculty and university, and that it does not conflict with or overlap with an existing arrangement. Topics may include publishing rights, intellectual property or licensing rights, attribution, confidentiality, deliverables, etc.

As part of the business development and relationship management duties, the RIA Officer conducts sector analysis for assigned areas to identify researchers and industry leaders, meets with faculty member and industry leaders individually and together for purposes of identifying and then matching research interests for purposes of funding generation and maintains contact with faculty and industry parties under existing agreements to ensure mutual satisfaction, anticipate issues of concern and to leverage existing relationships (for contract extension and/or expansion).

As part of the collaborative activities, the RIA Officer works closely with UCLA and UC staff members to identify best practices, to explore various contractual mechanisms and to leverage existing campus or UC resources.

The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletics programs. The faculty at UCLA comprise one of the most intellectually productive academic communities in the nation, and the institution receives over $1 billion in extramural research funding annually. The UCLA Technology Development Group (TDG) is a group of professional staff dedicated to commercializing technology, collaborating with industry, and fostering entrepreneurship.

NEGOTIATION, DRAFTING & EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS

1. Maintains a full contract workload of negotiating, executing, and administering certain agreements on behalf of the Regents of the University of California. Agreements may include industry sponsor arrangements, material transfer arrangements and other contracts that involve third parties.

2. As part of duties, reviewing contracts, sub awards, and other legal documents proposed by sponsors to ensure that terms and conditions match the terms of relationship, to protect the University's and investigator's rights adequately, to ennumerate the responsibilities of the university, researcher and industry, and to ensure that all terms are consistent with University policy and/or objectives.

10%

NEGOTIATION, DRAFTING & EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS

3. Work with departments to assure that proposed financial support is adequate and that all reasonable University direct and Facility & Administrative costs will be reimbursed. Review cost-sharing estimates to assure that they are reasonable and meet sponsor-imposed requirements as well as University policy. Coordinate subaward activities with EFM, Purchasing, and affected campus departments and units.

10%

NEGOTIATION, DRAFTING & EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS

4. As part of agreement review, consult with UCLA investigators prior to initiation of contracts with Sponsors on a wide-range of topics and issues pertaining to University-industry relationships. These include matters such as support options (gifts, grants, contracts), financial interest, University/State requirements regarding conflict of interest; confidentiality and mechanisms for managing proprietary information and materials belonging to the Sponsor, related agreements, export controls, and terms for transfer of biological materials and research tools.

10%

NEGOTIATION, DRAFTING & EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS

5. Prior to and during review, consult with UCLA investigators on the contract scope of work as necessary and determine if the type of award and period of performance are appropriate.

6. In discussions with industry, advises on academic-specific issues such as publications, the basis of the financial support, Facilities & Administrative (indirect) costs, payment schedules, ownership and exploitation rights to patents and other intellectual property, use of the University's name, liability, research subjects (human and animal) review and accreditation requirements.

10%

NEGOTIATION, DRAFTING & EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS

7. In all situations, construct or amend contract documents to reflect the university-industry relationship and define reasonable expectations for both parties. Negotiate directly with the sponsor, maintaining contact with the faculty and his/her department. Select terms and conditions, based on University policy and procedures appropriate to the circumstances required by the scope of work and funding source, for issues such as publication review, ownership and exploitation rights related to patents and other intellectual property, access to data or biological materials, and property management (such as equipment loan requirements).

10%

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

1. Conduct extensive sector analysis for assigned areas to identify researchers and industry leaders.

2. Meet with faculty member and industry leaders individually and together for purposes of identifying and then matching research interests for purposes of funding generation.

3. Maintain contact with faculty and industry parties for existing agreements to ensure mutual satisfaction, anticipate issues of concern and to leverage existing relationships (for contract extension and/or expansion).

5%

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

4. Serves as resource for, and advisor to, the UCLA investigator and departments/schools during the term of the agreement. Takes necessary actions to set up agreement with Extramural Fund Management (EFM). Assure that Sponsors meet obligations that bear upon the conduct of collaborative work or are essential requirements for the investigator's performance or meeting timelines.

5. Provide on-going administrative services and functions as a resource for and advisor to the investigators and their departments/schools and to central administrative units during the term of the award. Participates in closeout processes, site visits and audits as appropriate. Independently and in cooperation with other campus entities (eg.OCGA, Engineering, CNSI, etc.) provide technical, specialized consultative

15%

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

6. To the extent that issues arise during the term of the agreement, work with industry sponsor to resolve any outstanding issues by coordinating a resolution such as final accounting and payments, delivery of reports or data, review of research outcomes, and reporting of any inventions for patentability.

7. Conduct campus outreach. Routinely visit assigned campus Schools, Departments and Divisions for purposes of customer relations, greater understanding of research and for educating faculty and graduate students about TDG-RIA services.

10%

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

8. Prepare and present industry contracting information at campus wide training and communication programs. As appropriate, represent the office at meetings, on task forces and other special projects.

9. As issues with internal (faculty/staff) and/or external customers (industry partners) arise, bring issues to the attention of the supervisor for purposes of identifying patterns and for proper escalation, if applicable.

5%

COLLABORATE WITH OTHER UNITS

1. In recognition of the fact that many of the issues involved with establishing relationships with outside parties involve topics covered by other campus unit, it is expected that RIA officers identify and develop productive working relationships across campus in Campus Counsel, Risk Management, Office of Research Administration and its underlying units, Corporate Financial Services, Academic Planning & Budget, Development, Strategic Research Initiatives, etc.

2. As discussions with faculty and potential industry partners progress, involve appropriate campus experts to ensure that all policies and procedures are compliant and can be implemented on campus.

15%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Juris Doctor (JD) Degree

JD or other advanced degree

Preferred

Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts effectively in an academic, non-profit, corporate or legal environment. Ability to draft contractual terms related same.

Required

Familiarity with and experience with research funding mechanisms. Demonstrated knowledge of policy distinctions between gifts, grants and contract mechanisms for industrial support of university programs. Ability to interpret the varying objectives and needs of the investigator and Sponsor.

Preferred

Effective communication skills to inquire and understand the objectives of a relationship, identify the potential risks and to draft language in a manner that effectively represents the university's interests.

Required

General knowledge of academic, personnel, and accounting principles in a university environment.

Preferred

Demonstrated knowledge of industry contracting, export control, and subcontracting practices as well as Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Preferred

Business development, marketing, presentation, sales or related experience for purposes of presenting information in a compelling, concise and audience-specific manner.

Preferred

Management and professional experience, detail-oriented disposition, business acumen, judgment and integrity to effectively serve investigator and sponsor clients and to work independently managing a large caseload.

Required

Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse multicultural environment, interacting frequently with faculty, staff, students and research community representatives.

Required

General knowledge of academic, personnel, and accounting principles in a university environment.

Preferred

Ability to review contracts and identify issues not only in the text but also created in the absence of text.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Conflict of Interest: The position is subject to the University Conflict of Interest Code required by the Political Reform Act of 1974. The candidate(s) selected will be required to complete financial statements for public record.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Other University Setting(s)

Location:

Wilshire-Glendon bldg, Suite 920

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.