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Join to apply for the Manager, Intellectual Property role at Deakin University6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Manager, Intellectual Property role at Deakin UniversityGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Any Deakin Campus (Melbourne, Burwood preferred) + hybrid work arrangementsFull-time and fixed-term until 30/6/2027Why work with us?At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangementsto help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.About the role:Deakins Research Business Development and Commercialisation (BD&C) division plays a key role in establishing partnerships with industry, government, and our community to drive research translation. The team leads strategic engagement, supports business development, and commercialises Deakins intellectual property and supporting entrepreneurs. BD&C key areas include Deakins Recycling and Clean Energy Commercialisation Hub (REACH) Trailblazer, Business Development, Intellectual Property, Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship.As a Manager, Intellectual Property, you will:Build long-term partnerships with Deakin researcher community, act as a trusted advisor, and provide expert, strategic solutions aligned with Deakins strategic priorities.Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to manage intellectual property and conduct large-scale IP audits.Provide expert, sustainable solutions to manage Deakins patenting process and patent portfolio, enhancing IP protection, research impact, and alignment with Deakins strategy.Represent the university in negotiations relating to University IP, and effectively liaise on complex commercial contracts and research agreements.Demonstrate resilience and high performance under pressure, turning challenges into opportunities, coaching others through change, and proactively driving work to achieve goals.To be successful, youll have:Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; orExtensive experience and management expertise; orAn equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/trainingDemonstrated capacity to build relationships and represent with internal and external partners and customers across industry, government and university sectorsDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve quality customer service for clientsUnderstanding of research and technology concepts and ability to achieve commercial outcomesAbility to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements and coordinate projectsHere''s how to apply:Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Ann Le (Associate Director, Intellectual Property) on ann.le@deakin.edu.auFor a copy of the position description, please see below:Manager, Intellectual Property PD - HEW 9.pdfApplications for this position close on 25 th May 2025Who are we?Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India and our dynamic online Campus. We''re proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world''s universities.Are You Ready?Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. 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