DEADLINE: Business Development and Commercialisation Manager

Are you ready to help shape the future by bringing groundbreaking research to market? This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a Business Development and Commercialisation Manager to join Curtin University’s Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship team and play a key role in turning world-class research into real-world impact.

• $138,681 – $146,497 (G09) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
• Full time, fixed term contract until June 2027
• Based on our vibrant Curtin Bentley Campus

In this role, you will work closely with leading researchers to uncover and promote the commercial potential of their innovations. You will build strong connections with industry and investors to secure commercial pathways for Curtin technologies, leading early negotiations that set the stage for successful licensing and partnership agreements. You will get involved in a range of initiatives supporting innovators and start-ups, contributing to Curtin’s vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. If you’re driven by the idea of turning ideas into impact and creating opportunities that shape industries, this is your chance to be part of something extraordinary.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Promote awareness within the University of the value of commercialising research outcomes by coordinating and delivering presentations on intellectual property and commercialisation to staff and students.
• Identify University intellectual property with strong commercial potential.
• Build and maintain relationships with leading Curtin researchers to develop business and investment opportunities.
• Provide expert recommendations on commercialisation strategies, including investment, licensing, patenting, and the establishment of spin-out companies.
• Engage with industry partners, venture capital organisations, and the investment community to advocate for Curtin technologies.
• Lead commercial negotiations of collaborative research contracts and IP agreements, in consultation with Curtin Legal Services and external legal advisors as required.

Learn more about the role and apply

Applications close: Tuesday, 15 July 2025.