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Commercialisation Senior Associate / Associate (Business and Social Innovation)


Company : Griffith University


Location : Gold Coast, Queensland


Created : 2025-07-07


Job Type : Full Time


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Commercialisation Senior Associate / Associate (Business and Social Innovation)Join to apply for the Commercialisation Senior Associate / Associate (Business and Social Innovation) role at Griffith UniversityCommercialisation Senior Associate / Associate (Business and Social Innovation)2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Commercialisation Senior Associate / Associate (Business and Social Innovation) role at Griffith UniversityGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.This range is provided by Griffith University. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$113,713.00/yr - A$137,398.00/yrEvery institution values excellence. What matters most is why.Griffith was created to be a different type of university. Youll find were about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how youll achieve them.Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.Supporting Griffith''s ambitions is Griffith Enterprise, the universitys dedicated commercialisation office, managing and commercialising the universities intellectual property (IP) and research expertise. Griffith Enterprises mission is to manage and facilitate the commercialisation of intellectual property and research excellence from Griffith University researchers via the most appropriate commercialisation pathway, ensuring optimum outcomes for all of our partners whilst protecting and enhancing the reputation of the university. By translating and commercialising ground-breaking technologies and research excellence, empowering a culture of collaboration, and prioritising our partners needs we help them achieve their strategic ambitions and generate global impact.Job DescriptionAs the Commercialisation Senior Associate/Associate (Business and Social Innovation) you will be responsible for identifying, developing and leading commercial opportunities, transactions and strategic initiatives for Business and Social Innovation.You will work closely with Griffith researchers to identify and assess potential commercial opportunities and through business development and stakeholder engagement activities with industry and government departments identify and negotiate commercial transactions including consultancies, commercial research agreements and IP transactions.You will play a key role in advancing commercial opportunities across the University, work with researchers on project proposals and, along with key Griffith staff, engaging with partners to help shape strategic partnerships. As a key member of the team, you will lead aspects of the knowledge exchange, from the identification of commercial research to the submission of project proposals and negotiations of commercial agreements.About youTo be successful in this role you will hold a postgraduate degree and have proven expertise in a similar role and a strong track record of success in identifying, managing and commercialising research related to Business and Social Innovation. You will have demonstrated success in supporting project proposal, budgets and negotiating agreements in addition to engaging with industry and government departments.Your ability to deal with complex situations and communicate clearly will be an asset to the team.Demonstrated skills required to assess research in terms of its commercial potential; identify and negotiate commercial opportunities; and a proven ability to scope, pitch and negotiate commercial transactions and agreements are essential.You will need to be a self-starter and team player. You will be given the autonomy and responsibility to make a significant contribution to Griffith Enterprise and the University.What we can offerThis is a continuing, full-time position and will be primarily based at either Griffith University Gold Coast or Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.Salary RangeThe full-time base salary for the Commercialisation Senior Associate will be HEW Level 9 in the range $132,655 - $137,398 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. The total package will be in the range $155,206 - $160,756 per annum.The full-time base salary for the Commercialisation Associate will be HEW Level 8 in the range $113,713 - $127,923 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. The total package will be in the range $133,044 - $149,670 per annum.The successful candidate will be appointed at either Senior Associate or Associate level depending on experience, skills and qualifications.Additional informationWhy Griffith?As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we''ve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture.We offer:Wide range of Learning and Development opportunitiesMix of on campus and work from home options possible and a supportive work environmentSalary packaging options and corporate health discountsGenerous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loadingSupport with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance schemeHealth Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilitiesHow to applyAt Griffith, were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:A covering letter indicating which role you are applying for and outlining your suitability for the role by addressing the key criteria listed in the ''About you'' section (above)Click here to view the Position Description for Senior Associate.Click here to view the Position Description for Associate.Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.For further information specifically about this role, Dr Mark Ashton, Director, Griffith Enterprise on griffithenterprise@griffth.edu.au.For application support, please contact People Services on (07) 3735 4011 quoting reference number REF7874N.Closing date: Monday, 14 July 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. 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