Manager, Commercialisation

1 week ago


Melbourne, Australia RMIT University Full time

Overview:
- 2 x Full-time, Continuing positions- Salary Level HEW 9 + 17% Superannuation- Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working
- These are exciting times at RMIT. Partnering and translation of research impact is core to our strategy. Our research impact focus is on accelerating our engagement and delivery of impact for society, industry and government. To deliver on this strategy, we are seeking talented and enthusiastic professionals to join our team to accelerate impact at scale. _
- Our partnership with Breakthrough Victoria in the development of an investment pre-seed fund allows us to enhance support for our innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem._
- We are seeking talented individuals who think “outside the box” and who want to be part of a forward looking team to support our community and partners deliver this vision._

About the Role

Working as part of the Intellectual Property and Commercialisation team to accelerate the translation of the University’s innovation, the Manager, Commercialisation & New Ventures is responsible for identification, assessment and curation of commercialisation initiatives with a focus on identification of potential new ventures, development of business plans and venture models, and supporting teams to establish investible opportunities, initially linked towards pre-seed and seed investment.

This will include providing expert advice, instruction and coaching to researchers on establishing potential venture models and commercialisation matters.

About You

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:

- High level understanding and extensive experience in commercialisation including licencing, venture creation/management, research translation and early stage/pre-seed investment processes and management.
- Solid commercialisation track record showcasing skills in negotiating commercial and legal arrangements for commercialisation and engagement with the investment community.
- Proven ability and networks to support market analysis of commercialisation opportunities.
- High level interpersonal communication and influencing skills, including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes and targets within a collaborative environment in a complex organisation.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple assignments, and efficiently manage multiple requests for information and assistance, and to work under pressure of various deadlines.
- Highly developed analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills including the ability to develop innovative strategies and models that lead to improved and more effective translation/commercialisation of IP/research outcomes.
- Proven experience of leading, developing and implementing projects requiring extensive collaboration (teamwork) with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated history of behaviour aligned to the RMIT values, leadership capabilities and professional capability framework.

The RMIT x Breakthrough Victoria Pre-Seed Fund

The RMIT x Breakthrough Victoria Pre-Seed Fund, (the Fund) is part of the skills and funding support provided by RMIT to accelerate translation of our research and innovation.

The Fund has been established in partnership with Breakthrough Victoria. Breakthrough Victoria Pty Ltd has been established to manage the Victorian Government’s landmark $2 billion Breakthrough Victoria Fund.

The Fund between RMIT and Breakthrough Victoria will provide funding for early-stage research, ideas and new technologies and will facilitate access to university networks and mentoring to create seed-fund-ready companies. Up to 20% of this funding can be invested into social purpose ventures.

The resources will be dedicated to the local start-up ecosystem to develop homegrown talents. The fund will drive the commercialisation of intellectual property (IP) by providing the right conditions for the growth of existing businesses and innovation precincts.

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To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
- Position Description - Manager, Commercialisation & New Ventures

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22 Feb 2024 11.59 pm
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