Senior Business Development Manager – Physical Sciences

Apply now Job no:523338
Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Business Development / Industry Engagement, Knowledge Exchange

The Opportunity

• Full-time, continuing role
• Senior Appointment

Pivotal role leading the Business Development and Commercialisation, Physical Sciences team to develop, maintain and leverage robust external and strategic relationships with relevant industry sectors and government, and use strong internal relationships across the University to generate knowledge exchange pathways, negotiate deals for the University and achieve key revenue targets.

You’ll also engage with staff, researchers and academics to provide strategic support, coaching, guidance and education to promote knowledge exchange and the resources available to market and facilitate knowledge exchange programs and initiatives.

This position reports to the Deputy Director, Business Development & Commercialisation and has 1-6 direct reports.

The Organisation

The Business Development Team, within the Knowledge Exchange Unit 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. The team is comprised of a diverse range of sector expertise to facilitate the attainment of the University’s knowledge exchange goals. These sectors are broadly grouped under Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering and Social Sciences.

About the successful applicant:

You can demonstrate an outstanding track record of achievement in developing and closing technology and R&D related business deals in physical sciences and leadership experience in business development/stakeholder management. 

To apply:  If leading a high-performing business development team is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter (addressing Skills and Experience required in the Position Description).

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

Applications close: 11:55pm, Tuesday 2nd April 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:25 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:02 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time