Lead the strategic direction of CAMH's Industry Partnerships and Technology Transfer Office, advancing the commercialization of research discoveries in alignment with the Institute's strategic priorities.
Develop and execute research commercialization strategies that translate innovative research into products, technologies and partnerships that improve mental health outcomes.
Build and sustain strategic relationships with industry, investors, government, healthcare organizations and academic partners to expand research commercialization opportunities and strengthen CAMH's innovation ecosystem.
Provide senior oversight of CAMH's intellectual property portfolio, including invention assessment, patent strategy, technology valuation and commercialization planning.
Lead the negotiation and execution of complex commercialization and partnership agreements, working collaboratively with Legal Services, Research Finance and other institutional partners.
Advance the development of CAMH spin-off companies and secure translational, proof-of-principle and industry-sponsored funding to accelerate technology development.
Champion a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship by providing strategic advice, education and mentorship to researchers while increasing awareness of commercialization opportunities across the Institute.
Represent CAMH provincially, nationally and internationally, enhancing the organization's reputation as a leader in mental health innovation, technology transfer and research commercialization.
Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration, accountability, operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the Senior Vice President, Research & Science and the Research Institute Leadership team on matters related to innovation, commercialization, industry engagement and intellectual property.
