• Help bring world leading innovation and technology to market
• Use your industry and commercial experience to make a difference
• Full-time Continuing (permanent) position
• Based at UNSW Sydney campus

Why your role matters

This role is part of the Business Development & Commercialisation (BD&C) team within the Industry & Innovation (I&I) Portfolio. BD&C leads IP management and commercialisation and manages partnerships with industry, government and other external and internal partners.

You will be a key interface between the University (predominately the Schools of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, and Mineral and Energy Resources Engineering) and external partners (both domestic and international), driving complex negotiations and closing significant business deals to deliver research partnerships (contract and collaborative) and IP commercialisation deals (licenses, spinouts) for the University to achieve revenue and social impact targets.  This will include engagement with researchers and academics to provide strategic support though out the invention and patenting process, and coaching and education to promote and facilitate I&I initiatives. You will also work closely with the New Ventures team to unearth spinout opportunities.

The Organisation

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:

• Hybrid/Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements 
• Affordable parking on campus

Who you are

You have a track record of achievement in developing and closing technology and R&D related business deals, significant experience and value-add networks in the manufacturing and resources sector and can demonstrate your ability to work collaboratively within a team, deliver training to internal stakeholders, and achieve substantial revenue targets and key performance indicators.   

To apply:  If developing and closing business deals with potential for global and social impact are of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter via the APPLY button.

Contacts

Mark Sterbic – Senior Business Development Manager e: m.sterbic@unsw.edu.au

Shiree Thomas – Talent Acquisition Consultant e: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11.55pm, Thursday 5th December 2024

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.