Research Commercialization Associate - Industry Partnerships & Technology Transfer Office

Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system - a world where Mental Health is Health.

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The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is seeking a full-time, permanent, highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Commercialization Associate to join our Industry Partnerships & Technology Transfer Office (IPTTO). This role supports CAMH’s strategic goal of translating research discoveries into impactful innovations that improve mental health outcomes.

As a key member of the IPTTO team, you will provide informed analysis, technology assessment, and market research support to help evaluate and advance CAMH-born inventions. You will work closely with researchers, legal counsel, industry partners, and commercialization professionals to support intellectual property protection, startup development, and industry engagement.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your scientific expertise in a dynamic, translational environment and contribute to the commercialization of cutting-edge mental health technologies.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and assess inventive research through interviews and prior art searches.
• Assist with patent filings and manage CAMH’s internal IP database.
• Support commercialization efforts with pitch decks, investor materials, and milestone tracking.
• Organize industry meetings and partnering events; maintain CRM systems.
• Draft and manage commercialization agreements and support grant applications.
• Contribute to IP education and promote entrepreneurship within the research community.

• Master's degree in Life Sciences or Medical Technology, Education/Degree in Law and/or Business Administration an asset
• 1-3 years of research experience in biological, medical, or pharmaceutical fields
• 1-3 years of experience in technology transfer or business development experience in a research, hospital, academic or corporate environment preferred
• Strong understanding of IP protection, patent law, and commercialization processes
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex science for diverse audiences
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with diverse internal and external stakeholders including scientists, administrators, industry representatives, senior management and attorneys
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Minuet database software is an asset
• Certified Licensing Professional (CLP) or Registered Technology Transfer Professional (RTTP) is an asset

Why CAMH?

• Join Canada’s leading mental health research hospital.
• Be part of a growing commercialization team driving innovation in mental health.
• Work with world-class researchers on transformative technologies including digital tools, diagnostics, therapeutics, and neuroinformatics.
• Help shape the future of mental health care through research translation and industry collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary is competitive and based on experience, with a hiring range of $83,797.50 - $104,746.88 per year.
• Employees in this role may progress within the full pay range of $83,797.50 - $125,696.26 per year
• CAMH’s Total Rewards: Includes participation in HOOPP defined benefit pension plan, extended health and dental benefits, paid vacation starting at 4 weeks, flexible work arrangements, and ongoing professional development support.

This role allows professionals to apply their expertise in a mission-driven environment dedicated to public health outcomes.