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Apply now Job no: 572340Work type: Full-timeLocation: Geelong - Waurn Ponds, Melbourne - Burwood, Melbourne - CityCategories: ManagementExciting Commercialisation opportunity in Engineering/Physical Sciences/Material SciencesFull-time and continuing position based in Geelong or Melbourne (Burwood)+ Hybrid workingWhy 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.Who 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.Deakins Research Business Development and Commercialisation division (BD&C) is a key function within the Universitys Research and Innovation portfolio, establishing partnerships with industry, government other public and private sector organisations and our community; and positioning Deakin as a leader in research translation. Dedicated to developing partnerships, business development, the division is responsible for steering the strategic vision and positing Deakin as a partner of choice, connecting researchers with opportunities and managing external engagement. The team also bring innovative solutions to market through commercialising Deakins intellectual property and supporting entrepreneurs through our Spark program. BD&C key areas within the division are Deakins Recycling and Clean Energy Commercialisation Hub (REACH) Trailblazer, Business Development, Intellectual Property, Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship.The Senior Manager, Commercialisation will deliver on strategies and initiatives for growing the commercialisation and translation of research, raising commercialisation income, manage commercially focussed activities, and prepare business investment opportunities.As a Senior Manager, Commercialisation, you will:Establish long-term partnerships with Deakins research community, act as a trusted advisor, change direction in alignment with learnings and offer expert solutions and strategies aligned with Deakins strategic prioritiesLead or contribute to multi-disciplinary teams of researchers, enabling functions and external partners, to identify and implement commercialisation solutions.Demonstrate leadership across Deakin in guiding appropriate management and commercialisation processes and channels for intellectual property and research outcomesProvide expertise and solutions that are leading practice and sustainable to implement the Universitys patenting process and portfolio management, optimising IP protection, research impact and sustainable research endeavours, aligned with Deakins strategyRepresent the university in licensing and commercial negotiations for translation of University IP, and effectively liaise on complex commercial contracts and research agreementsTo be successful, youll have:A postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experienceDemonstrated capacity to build relationships and represent with internal and external partners and customers across industry, government and university sectorsExtensive experience managing IP to optimise protection and commercialisationProven understanding of university research culture and the pathways for commercialisation of researchDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve quality customer service for clientsUnderstanding of research and technology concepts and ability to achieve commercial outcomesDemonstrated ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements and coordinate projectsExtensive experience leading or facilitating various commercialisation pathways for a diverse range of technologyHere''s how to apply:Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.For a copy of the position description, please see below:Applications for this position close on Sunday 8th June 2025.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. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.Advertised: 23 May 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr