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Position Number: JR-003170

Location: Parkville

Role type: Full time, Fixed Term

Department: Research and Enterprise; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio

Salary: UoM 9 - $143,185 - $148,972 per annum plus 17% super

• Lead complex technology commercialisation / Bridge academia and industry / Advance cutting-edge physical science innovations
  
• Apply now to shape the future of physical science innovation and drive commercial success for groundbreaking research
  
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
  
  

The University of Melbourne

We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity

As a Senior Knowledge & Technology Transfer Manager, you'll play a crucial role in commercialising innovative technologies from the University's physical science disciplines. You'll assess invention disclosures, facilitate IP protection, and identify commercial partners or create start-ups to exploit these innovations. Working closely with researchers and industry partners, you'll have the opportunity to drive the development of cutting-edge technologies and shape their journey from lab to market.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Evaluate and Protect Intellectual Property: Assess invention disclosures for patentability and commercial potential, conduct IP landscape analyses, and secure IP rights.
  
• Develop Commercial Strategies: Identify commercial opportunities, conduct market analyses, and prepare technical and commercial development pathways for innovative technologies.
  
• Negotiate and Structure Deals: Lead complex transactions, including structuring and negotiating license agreements and investments in new start-ups.
  
• Foster Stakeholder Relationships: Establish and maintain relationships with key University stakeholders, researchers, investment partners, and industry contacts.
  
  

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced professional with a strong background in physical sciences and technology transfer, possessing excellent analytical skills and the ability to navigate complex commercial transactions in an academic environment.

You may also:

• Have an advanced postgraduate degree in a physical science discipline with hands- on research experience.
  
• Possess 6+ years of experience in technology transfer or commercialising early- stage IP.
  
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of IP types and protection strategies, particularly in patent rights.
  
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills to work with diverse stakeholders.
  
• Show proficiency in conducting technical, IP, commercial, and legal due diligence.
  
• Possess experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercialisation transactions.
  
  

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
  
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
  
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
  
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page
  
  

Your new team - Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC)

Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) is a specialist team dedicated to enabling the University's research and innovation mission working closely with our academic and professional colleagues, industry partners, funding, and government agencies.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker - 0478 269 660 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit - https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.

Working at the University - what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.


Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today Including the following documents:

• Resume
  
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
  
  

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Alessandro Storani via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Position Description: JR-003170 Senior Knowledge & Technology Transfer Manager PD.pdf

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

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