Commercialisation Manager

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous paid leave (including Parenti

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Incremental progression (12 months)

25% discount on UWA courses

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Western Australia invites applications for a Business Development and Industry Engagement role within the Office of Industry and Commercial Development (OICD). This full-time, fixed-term 12-month appointment focuses on commercialising UWA research and building industry partnerships.

You will lead projects, identify IP opportunities, and support spin-outs while engaging researchers, industry and government to translate innovation into impact.

Qualifications

• Completion of or progress towards postgraduate qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen and ability to validate the market for research or early-stage ventures.
• Experience building relationships with researchers and industry.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for translating research and innovation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify industry partners, assess IP potential, develop protection strategies including patents, and support spin-out formation.
• Build relationships with researchers, industry, government and investors; provide guidance and training on IP and commercial development; represent the University externally.
• Lead and manage commercial development projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, support funding applications, and contribute to strategic planning and data management.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Business Development and Industry Engagement

About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

• Drive the commercialisation of world-leading UWA research.
• Connect innovation with industry to create real-world impact.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed-term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $120,912 – $132,161 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The UWA Office of Industry and Commercial Development (OICD) leads the development and translation of research with industry and government that benefits the financial sustainability and reputation of the University.

OICD supports the University’s objectives in the identification and co-ordination of strategic industry engagement and commercialisation of its research for the University across a diverse portfolio including engineering, business, agriculture, health & medicine, defence, space, oceans, data, energy, and resources.

About the opportunity

• Support research commercialisation by identifying industry partners, assessing IP potential, developing protection strategies including patents, and supporting the formation of spin-out companies.
• Build relationships with researchers, industry, government, and investors; provide guidance and training on IP and commercial development; represent the University externally.
• Lead and manage commercial development projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, support funding applications, and contribute to strategic planning and data management within the OICD team.

About you

• Completion of or progress towards postgraduate qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen and an ability to validate the market for research or early-stage ventures in a University or other relevant environments.
• Experience with building relationships with researchers and industry.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for translating research and innovation generally.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively in a team environment.

Note

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Occasional interstate travel may be required.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 21 October 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.