Industry Engagement Manager

• Unique opportunity to lead and advance cutting-edge research collaborations between UWA and industry, contributing to impactful projects and initiatives.
• Part-time (0.4 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis to September 2026.
• Base salary range: $112,114 – $122,544 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team
The UWA Data Institute (DI) serves as a gateway for data-intensive industries and government agencies to access UWA’s expertise in applied data science and the ethical, socially acceptable use of data. By leveraging UWA’s extensive cross-disciplinary expertise and industry sector networks, the Institute addresses real-world challenges by transforming diverse data into actionable knowledge for data-driven decision-making.

About the opportunity
As the Industry Engagement Manager, you will develop and manage external engagement initiatives and support major academic-industry research collaborations. You will strengthen research collaborations, lead and implement the institute’s engagement strategy, analyse and report on industry trends, identify partnership opportunities, and develop events to foster collaboration. Additionally, you will build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and support management with briefings on engagement activities.

About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will possess a relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency, along with substantial industry experience and expertise in industry engagement across various sectors. You should be skilled in developing and deploying project management best practices, policies, procedures, and processes, ensuring quality outcomes within tight timeframes. Additionally, you should be capable of contributing effectively to long-term planning and strategic direction with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills for strategy implementation. Your ability to identify key stakeholders and establish influential relationships to achieve desired outcomes will also be essential.

Note: Occasional interstate travel may be required.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   Position description - Industry Engagement Manager (518014).pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 30 July 2024.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Michael Small at [email protected] . 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Advertised:23 Jul 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:06 Aug 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time