Strategic Research Leadership Position for Global Impact

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia RMIT University Full time
About RMIT University

RMIT University is a world-renowned institution dedicated to shaping the future through research, innovation, and education. Our commitment to creating positive impact extends beyond academia, driving us to foster strong relationships with industry, government, and not-for-profit organisations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the strategic growth agenda for RMIT's research partnering with industry, government, and not-for-profit organisations.
  • Pursue diverse research translation pathways, including IP management and commercialisation, and new venture creation.
  • Inform RMIT's approach to research partnerships and translation through external benchmarking and trends analysis.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor strategic plans to achieve successful outcomes in research partnerships, translation, and commercialisation.
Requirements
  • Extensive leadership experience in research partnering, strategic growth, and translation, including commercialisation and new venture creation.
  • Advanced negotiation skills with a proven track record of win-win deal closures that maintain relationships with partners.
  • Proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor strategic plans to drive agreed plans to successful outcomes.
  • Demonstrated delivery of innovative, business-focused solutions, and possessing a high level of credibility and influence within the sector.
  • Deep experience in developing and maintaining corporate and government networks and relationships nationally and internationally.
Benefits

RMIT offers a competitive salary range of AU$180,000 - AU$220,000 per annum, depending on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

About the Role

This senior executive position provides an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to drive RMIT's research partnering activity and advance our research translation goals. As Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor or Executive Director, Research Partnerships and Translation, you will lead the development of strategic partnerships, translate research into impactful outcomes, and contribute to RMIT's reputation as a global leader in research and innovation.



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