The ownership of any materials, processes, or inventions developed solely at individual effort, time, and expenses shall vest in the employee and may be copyrighted or patented in their name. Any previously developed materials, processes, or inventions that the employee wishes to retain ownership of and rights to, and meets the criteria listed above, must be disclosed prior to any use on MTSA’s behalf.
Materials, processes, or inventions created or produced on behalf of MTSA as part of your paid employment will be considered Work for Hire and shall vest in MTSA and may be copyrighted or patented in MTSA’s name.
In those instances where materials, processes, or inventions are produced by an employee, MTSA support (including but not limited to time, facilities, or resources) shall be negotiated between the employee and MTSA prior to commencement. Ownership, vesting, and copyright rights shall be specified and agreed upon by both parties in writing. In the event no such written agreement is established, the ownership and all rights shall vest in MTSA.