The OpportunityMonash Science is at the forefront of innovation and discovery in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and earth, atmospheric and environmental sciences.
The Business Development Manager supports the Senior Business Development Manager in the delivery of the Faculty of Science's industry and government partner engagement and research business development.
This includes managing a range of strategic and operational activities including the identification and cultivation of industry and government research opportunities aligned to Faculty strategic research priorities.This role will focus on: Contribute to strategic planning and goal achievement for Faculty Business Development, focusing on generating new research opportunities aligned with Faculty and University prioritiesCoordinate and oversee research business development operations, including pitching and proposal management, in compliance with University policiesProvide research business development services such as grant preparation and pricing, ensuring adherence to University policiesPlan and oversee negotiation of research contracts with various partners, seeking advice from legal and functional specialistsOffer expert advice to Faculty leadership and researchers on research business, IP, risk, and compliance matters To be successful in this role, you will utilise your: Experience in business development including planning, commercial and contractual negotiations, and management in a research-intensive environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport, negotiate and build consensus at senior levels with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders and work well within cross functional teams exercising high levels of independence, judgement and initiativeDemonstrated experience in working with researchers to develop technical proposals of commercial interest with a strong awareness of risk assessment, intellectual property, confidentiality and scholarly considerationsAn understanding of and empathy with the higher education sector and with research undertaken in the Faculty of Science The BenefitsWe offer you an engaging and dynamic role that includes many opportunities to network with highly motivated colleagues as part of a committed and professional team.
Our collaborative and supportive environment will offer you many benefits, including a competitive salary (including 17% Superannuation), and opportunities for training and development.
This challenging role will deliver great rewards to the right applicant.About Monash UniversityAt 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.Learn more about Monash.
Join us in our commitment to ensuring a better future for ourselves and for the communities in which we study, work, live and engage – #ChangeIt with us.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.
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