Business Development Manager, Sydney Biomedical Accelerator

Utilise your excellent Business Development skills within a leading organisationFull time, continuing position based on the Darlington CampusBase salary between $135,820 to $143,310 + 17% super + leave loadingAbout the opportunityThe Pipeline and Pre-Awards Team within DVC Research has a fantastic opportunity for an established Business Development Manager to join their team and grow business within the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator initiative!The Sydney Biomedical Accelerator is a partnership between the Sydney Local Health District and the University of Sydney, preparing for industry engagement starting 2024 ahead of 2027 opening. The SBA has already attracted extraordinary philanthropic support (including from the Susan and Isaac Wakil Foundation, Medich Foundation, and CLEARbridge Foundation), with further potential to collaborate with the University’s Advancement portfolio on further donations.As the Business Development Manager, Sydney Biomedical Accelerator, you will support Business Development for the SBA, within the context of growing biomedical investment in Tech Central. This will include private investment from Wentworth Capital in a 30,000m2 Biomed, Science and Innovation Campus.Reporting to the Associate Director, Business & Research Development, your key responsibilities will be:drive industry collaboration and partnership development, aligning engagement activities with research objectivesidentify and develop funding opportunities, leveraging relationships and managing engagement processes effectivelylead efforts to enhance industry and community engagement, modifying procedures to support research prioritiespromote engagement between researchers and industry, facilitating positive outcomes and updates for University executivescultivate an entrepreneurial culture and network, fostering relationships with stakeholders and representing the SBA at relevant events.About youIf you are someone who thrives on cultivating strong relationships and working within a forward-thinking, friendly team, you are who we are looking for!commercial experience in medical/life-science based research or technology developmentsexperience in managing multiple and complex stakeholder relationshipsdemonstrated conceptual, analytical and report writing skills related to partnership developmentexperience in identifying opportunities and developing strategies to capitalise on these opportunitiesexperience in the innovation sector in a Business Development role, e.g. government initiatives, industry, universitytrack record in developing & closing Business Development leads.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.EEO statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values include and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of , , , , and those who identify as . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Strong, Recruitment Operations by email rachel.strong@sydney.edu.au© The University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the for this role.Applications Close Tuesday 02 April 2024 11:59 PM