Commercialisation Associate

**The Opportunity**

Are you interested in turning world-class research into real-world solutions? Monash Innovation is seeking a **Commercialisation Associate - Life Sciences** to help us to translate cutting-edge discoveries into impactful technologies across medicine, pharmaceutical science, therapeutics, and digital health.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with leading researchers and industry partners to advance innovations from the lab to market. You’ll conduct due diligence across technical, regulatory, and market landscapes, help identify commercial opportunities and partners, and support licensing and investment transactions. Over time, you’ll take ownership of a portfolio of life sciences technologies, managing their progression from initial disclosure to commercial outcomes.

**What you’ll do**:

- Assess Monash researchers’ inventions for IP strength and commercial potential.
- Develop strategic marketing materials and technical summaries.
- Engage with industry partners and investors to explore research translation opportunities.
- Assist licensing negotiations and draft agreements in collaboration with cross functional teams.
- Champion a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across the Monash research community.

**To succeed you’ll need**:

- A postgraduate qualification (or progress toward one) in medicine, biomedical or pharmaceutical sciences.
- Strong technical expertise in life sciences and a solid grasp of IP principles.
- Experience in technology commercialisation and stakeholder engagement.
- Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- To be a curious, motivated and strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of science, innovation and impact.

This is your opportunity to work across the lifecycle of academic innovation — from discovery to commercial transaction — within a globally recognised research institution.

**Why Join Us**
- Be part of a University committed to global impact, with a strong track record in translating life sciences research into commercial outcomes
- Lead and grow commercial opportunities, with the scope to build long-term partnerships across industry, government, and the investment community
- Be recognised as a key advisor and thought partner, trusted for your commercial insight and strategic guidance
- Work in a flexible and collaborative environment, with support for career development, autonomy to drive initiatives, and the chance to make a tangible impact

**About Monash University**

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking - a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

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**Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements.**We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

**To Apply**

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

**Position Description**:Commercialisation Associate - Life Sciences

**Applications Close**:Tuesday, 14th October 2025, 2025, 11:55 PM AEDT

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