Director, Health Transformation Lab & Innovation Partnerships

RMIT University Vietnam; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

RMIT University Vietnam seeks a Program Director to lead the Health Transformation Lab. You will translate strategic direction into an integrated portfolio of applied innovation, partnerships and projects, including initiatives like NIIN Health Alliance.

You will build collaborations across healthcare, industry, government and academia, driving pilots from concept to adoption while shaping RMIT’s capability deployment and external opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading high‑performing teams and complex programs with measurable outcomes.
• Strong business development capabilities, turning opportunities into funded projects.
• Experience in applied innovation and translating research into practical impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Health Transformation Lab's day‑to‑day operations, setting priorities and delivering commitments.
• Build a pipeline of partnerships, projects and funding opportunities across healthcare, industry and government.
• Oversee the Lab's programs and projects, including governance, reporting and outcomes.
• Develop strategic relationships and prepare major proposals and engagement activities.

Skills

Team leadership

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Communication

Applied innovation

Healthcare domain knowledge

University–industry collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Postgraduate qualifications preferred

Job description

RMIT University Vietnam seeks a Program Director to lead the Health Transformation Lab. You will translate strategic direction into an integrated portfolio of applied innovation, partnerships and projects, including initiatives like NIIN Health Alliance.

You will build collaborations across healthcare, industry, government and academia, driving pilots from concept to adoption while shaping RMIT’s capability deployment and external opportunities.