Senior Manager, Business Growth Services

• Exciting opportunity with Innovation & Enterprise at Swinburne University
• Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
• HEW Level 9 + 17% super and staff benefits

About the Role

It's an exciting time for Business Growth Services at Swinburne. As Senior Manager, Business Growth Services, you'll drive strategic partnerships, commercial research opportunities, and impactful collaborations across industry, government, and community. Shape the future of research and enterprise, deliver measurable outcomes, and empower teams to achieve bold, future-focused goals.

This role will work closely with the School of Engineering (SoE) and the School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies (SoSCET). SoE offers world-class education and research in civil, mechanical, product design, structural and architectural engineering, advanced manufacturing, construction management and aviation, supported by cutting-edge facilities. SoSCET delivers industry-focused courses in science, chemistry, biotechnology, physics, astronomy, mathematics, computer science, software engineering and IT, combining strong theory with hands-on experience and access to leading research.

If you're a dynamic leader with a passion for commercialising research and building high-value commercial research engagements, we want to hear from you

About You

To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: 

·       Comprehensive knowledge of driving complementary research programs and applied experience in developing and implementing program-level business growth strategy for

research, education and training.

·       Proven ability to translate complex research outputs into commercial outcomes including licensing, spin-offs, and venture creation with a strong understanding of research productisation and technology transfer models.

·       Demonstrated capability in full-cycle business development, from lead generation through to deal closure and customer retention, aligned with strategic commercialisation goals and institutional objectives.

·       Proven experience managing complex projects and multiple priorities, including the use of CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), to deliver successful engagements and reporting outcomes.

·       Proven ability to influence stakeholders and foster collaborative relationships, risk mitigation and dispute resolution across the broader organisation, particularly Schools, their related research entities and the senior leadership, to achieve the desired commercial objectives.

Qualifications

·       Postgraduate qualification in Business or Entrepreneurship & Innovation and extensive relevant experience ; or extensive management experience and proven management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience in scientific research or engineering environments.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne's strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

What We Offer You·       Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 

·       Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.

·       Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

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To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.

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Applications Close: 5pm, Thursday 23 October 2025

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

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