Vice-President (Innovation and Commercialisation)

2 days ago

Clayton South, Victoria, Australia Monash University Full time $200,000 - $250,000 per year
Vice-President (Innovation and Commercialisation)

Job No: 685255

Location: Clayton Campus

Employment Type: Full-time, Fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: A competitive remuneration package will apply

  • Lead with purpose and drive research innovation and commercialisation
  • Deliver real world impact and outcomes
  • Take your career in exciting, rewarding directions

About the Organisation:

At Monash, work feels different – it is driven by purpose and possibility. Our people feel a deep sense of belonging and contribution, knowing they're part of something extraordinary. Here, you're not just joining a university; you're contributing to a collective effort to create lasting impact.

Our focus is clear: transformative research, exceptional education and a global enterprise network. We activate our strengths and bold ideas to address some of the challenges of our time - climate change, thriving communities and geopolitical security.

The Research and Enterprise Portfolio is key to the delivery of our strategic vision, ensuring Monash delivers meaningful outcomes to the communities we serve, and remains at the forefront of higher education's evolving landscape.

About the Role:

As part of Monash's bold strategic agenda, the newly created role of Vice-President (Innovation and Commercialisation) will lead Monash Innovation - accelerating the commercialisation of world-class research and cultivating a thriving entrepreneurial culture across our global network.

With a portfolio valued at over $40 million and a $25 million pre-seed fund, Monash is primed to scale its innovation ecosystem. The Vice-President (Innovation and Commercialisation) will report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Enterprise) and Senior Vice-President, and spearhead institution-wide strategies to drive innovation and commercialisation growth.

Key priorities include expanding Monash Investment Holdings, and forging strategic partnerships with industry, government, and investors. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring that researchers are empowered to bring their discoveries to market, driving real-world change through breakthrough innovation. As part of the portfolio's leadership team, you'll help shape and deliver an ambitious research agenda that positions Monash at the forefront of global enterprise.

About you:

You are a visionary and dynamic leader with deep sector knowledge and capabilities and a proven track record leading high performing teams. With global reach, you will have deep networks in the innovation eco-system and possess exceptional strategic, financial and people leadership capabilities.

Enquiries and applications:

Odgers has been appointed to partner with Monash University on this appointment.

For further information and a confidential conversation please contact Jenny Sutton via email at or

Mazin Almaimani

Applications close: Friday 17 October 2025, 11:55pm AEDT

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