Business Development Associate – Physical Sciences

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Business Development / Industry Engagement

The Opportunity

• Full-time (35 hours week) , fixed term contract to October 2025
• $106,351 – $133,948 + 17% super + leave loading
• Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements

The UNSW Business Development & Commercialisation team works at the cutting-edge of research commercialisation to bridge gaps and drive successful innovation. Reporting to the Senior Business Development Manager, this is an opportunity for a professional with experience in research, technology commercialisation and/or technical sales to provide intelligent support to a business development team and develop a solid foundation in building a career in research commercialisation. Key areas of responsibility include:

• IP and Commercialisation deals
• Research Engagement
• Technology Marketing and Partner Identification
• General administration 

The Organisation

The Business Development & Commercialisation team is focused on developing and closing technology and R&D related business deals, including research partnerships (contract, collaborative, consulting) and IP commercialisation (licenses, spinouts/start-ups, Intellectual Property), based on UNSW knowledge and capability.

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. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re Australia’s number one university for impact and among the nation’s Top 20 employers.

Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to benefits including:

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

About the successful applicant:

You have a relevant tertiary qualification, as well as:

Level 7

• Knowledge and experience in identification and management of new technology, IP and commercialisation
• Experience in marketing and promoting new technologies
• Relevant networks and experience in engaging with industry and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, including setting own workflow and priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Computer literate with strong experience in Microsoft Office applications and databases (e.g., IP Management and CRM)
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Level 8 (in addition to level 7)

• Structuring and delivering IP/Commercialisation engagements and transactions
• Structuring and delivering research engagements and transactions
• Identifying and securing patent protection
• Extensive relevant networks and experience in engaging with industry and external stakeholders
• Managing a range of stakeholders to deliver outcomes 

To apply:  If supporting business deals on research partnerships and technology commercialisation (licenses and spinouts) is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter (addressing Skills and Experience required in the Position Description).

Contact: Shiree Thomas, Talent Acquisition Consultant e: [email protected]

Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday 28th January 2024

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. 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. 

Advertised:15 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:28 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time