Utilise your excellent business development skills within a leading organisation
Full time, continuing position based on the Darlington Campus
Base salary between $135,820 to $143,310 + 17% super + leave loading
About the opportunity
The Pipeline and Pre-Awards Team within DVC Research has a fantastic opportunity for an established Business Development Manager to join their team and grow business within the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator initiative!
The Sydney Biomedical Accelerator is a partnership between the Sydney Local Health District and the University of Sydney, preparing for industry engagement starting 2024 ahead of 2027 opening. The SBA has already attracted extraordinary philanthropic support (including from the Susan and Isaac Wakil Foundation, Medich Foundation, and CLEARbridge Foundation), with further potential to collaborate with the University’s Advancement portfolio on further donations.
As the Business Development Manager, Sydney Biomedical Accelerator, you will support business development for the SBA, within the context of growing biomedical investment in Tech Central. This will include private investment from Wentworth Capital in a 30,000m2 Biomed, Science and Innovation Campus.
Reporting to the Associate Director, Business & Research Development, your key responsibilities will be:
drive industry collaboration and partnership development, aligning engagement activities with research objectives
identify and develop funding opportunities, leveraging relationships and managing engagement processes effectively
lead efforts to enhance industry and community engagement, modifying procedures to support research priorities
promote engagement between researchers and industry, facilitating positive outcomes and updates for University executives
cultivate an entrepreneurial culture and network, fostering relationships with stakeholders and representing the SBA at relevant events.
About you
If you are someone who thrives on cultivating strong relationships and working within a forward-thinking, friendly team, you are who we are looking for!
commercial experience in medical/life-science based research or technology developments
experience in managing multiple and complex stakeholder relationships
demonstrated conceptual, analytical and report writing skills related to partnership development
experience in identifying opportunities and developing strategies to capitalise on these opportunities
experience in the innovation sector in a business development role, e.g. government initiatives, industry, university
track record in developing & closing business development leads.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
How to apply
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