Director, Technology Translation & Industry Partnerships

UNSW; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

UNSW Engineering seeks the Director of the Technology Translation Squad (TTS) to lead strategic planning, governance and industry partnerships. You will oversee the Squad's portfolio, financial sustainability and cross‑sector collaboration to accelerate technology translation and commercialisation in support of TRaCE outcomes.

The role is an on-site, full-time fixed-term appointment until June 2027, Kensington campus, with a competitive total remuneration package.

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering or technology translation and research commercialisation programmes.
• Ability to develop strategic direction and drive organizational change in complex environments.
• Proven track record in governance, risk management and financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for the Technology Translation Squad (TTS).
• Lead long-term planning, project portfolio, and commercial operations across university and partners.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with industry, government and researchers.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Governance & risk

Financial management

Program portfolio management

Industry engagement

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Job description

UNSW Engineering seeks the Director of the Technology Translation Squad (TTS) to lead strategic planning, governance and industry partnerships. You will oversee the Squad's portfolio, financial sustainability and cross‑sector collaboration to accelerate technology translation and commercialisation in support of TRaCE outcomes.

The role is an on-site, full-time fixed-term appointment until June 2027, Kensington campus, with a competitive total remuneration package.