AddressGRDC
As one of the world's leading grains research organisations, the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) plays an integral role in driving research outcomes and innovations that directly benefit the Australian grain industry.
We are seeking a Manager – Genetic Technology in Canberra.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the Senior Manager, Regional and National Panels and the Senior Leadership Group (SLG) to identify national and regional strategic R&D requirements in Genetic Technologies, to improve primary crops including Wheat, Barley, Coarse Grains, Oilseeds and Pulses.
- Development and implementation of R&D investments that drive improvement in the rate and quantum of genetic gain delivered by Australian cereal, pulse and oilseed breeding programs. Specifically, genetic technologies that improve genetic variation, population size, breeding accuracy and generation time within breeding programs and facilitate delivery of improved varieties to Australian grain growers.
- Within a particular R&D field develop business cases that address regional and national grower production constraints and opportunities including path to market and financial analyses.
- Responsible to ensure IP registers are established, required R&D contractor arrangements finalised and potential alterations or special conditions to the GRDC Research Agreement are developed only where necessary to deliver project outcomes and outputs and with the approval of the GRDC legal group.
Candidate Profile:
- Demonstrated minimum 5 years sound knowledge or related industry experience in a particular R&D field particularly on commercial delivery of R&D outputs in appropriate products.
- Demonstrated experience in project negotiation, facilitation and management of contracts involving commercial and public sector partners in a relevant industry (5+ years’ desirable);
- Demonstrated ability to develop business cases for investment based on return to growers acknowledging that the path to market will often involve commercially orientated stakeholders.
- Proven experience coaching, mentoring and developing teams.
- Proven understanding of commercial principles including finance, brand management, IP management, licensing and deal development.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Must be prepared to travel as and when required.
- Must be willing to undergo all Pre-employment Medical checks.
- Must have a valid Australian Driver’s Licence as deemed necessary.
- Please include a CV and cover letter in your application.
GRDC is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, mature age and young workers. GRDC will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
For more information about working with GRDC, please visit https://grdc.com.au/about/careers
