Business Manager

1 month ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland University of Technology Full time
  • $133,220 to $149,003
  • Ongoing, full-time
  • Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Business Manager to join Office of the Provost, Academic Division.

The Business Manager, Industry Research in

the Industry Research pillar of the Office of

Research Services works with QUT's Faculties, schools, and research centres to increase revenue from sources external to the University. In particular, the role is to assist in the preparation and submission of external research funding proposals, to advise on financial, legal, and commercial matters and to negotiate mutually beneficial arrangements in accordance with contractual obligations and QUT policies and procedures.

The Business Manager is expected to work effectively with team members and assist other Business Managers with their workload if required and to share experiences and learnings with team members and colleagues within the Division.

We're offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT's commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

Real world impact

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

About the area

Office of Research Services (ORS) works with QUT staff, students, collaborators, and partners to identify, attract and manage funding from competitive and commercial sources. The Office also manages the University's research management platforms and coordinates internal and external research reporting. The Industry Research pillar within ORS makes a key contribution to ensuring the University has a well-managed, integrated approach to supporting the attraction, establishment and management of commercially funded research activities and consultancies..

What you need to succeed

  • Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline in conjunction with demonstrated extensive experience in a commercial or Government related environment.
  • Sophisticated understanding of commercial and Intellectual Property issues with demonstrated experience reviewing and negotiating legal contracts and agreements and briefing internal legal counsel.
  • Knowledge of research and innovation preferably in a University environment with demonstrated experience in critically appraising funding proposals.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate, build and maintain relationships across staff, colleagues, networks, and other external bodies to achieve business outcomes.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills and the ability to provide leadership to others in an environment of continuous improvement.
  • Ability to work well under pressure, problem solve and to prioritise matters in an environment with constant and concurrent deadlines.
  • Highly developed oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to produce documentation to a publishable standard for a highly educated audience.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

  • A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
  • Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation.
  • Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
  • Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
  • Leave loading of 17.5%.
  • Purchased Leave Scheme – up to 8 extra weeks.
  • Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
  • Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
  • Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
  • We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths.
  • Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career.

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you're curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we're ready to meet you.

Reference number: 231145

Term: Ongoing, full-time

Remuneration: $157,654 to $176,333 pa (HEW10) (inclusive of $133,220 to $149,003 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)

Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

Job opens:

Applications Close: 11-Dec-2023 at 11.30pm

Open to: current staff members of QUT who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply.

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