Working in technology transfer can be one of the most rewarding careers you’ll ever have. Especially if you love learning something new every day. The profession operates at the intersection of science, business and law so you will learn aspects of all three. It's a dynamic, multifaceted profession, incorporating licensing, patent and contract law, marketing, negotiations, valuation, regulatory compliance, negotiations, and business operations.   The bulk of the job is done in an academic research setting. The goal of technology transfer is to create linkages between the research institutions and industry partners in engineering, pharmaceutics, and biotech. As a result, having knowledge in both business and science is beneficial as you begin or develop your career. When you choose the technology transfer career path, you become part of the innovation ecosystem. Each day is spent helping advance innovative technologies that save lives or make it better. If you change your mind later, you can pivot to positions in industry, research, or at a startup launched by your institution. A career foundation in tech transfer gives you a springboard to any number of careers in science, business, or law.