Commercialisation Associate - Physical Sciences
Job No.: 677763
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment
Remuneration: $103,178 - $113,167 pa HEW Level 07 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Commercialisation Associate - Physical Sciences at Monash University. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in the commercialisation of intellectual property (IP) emerging from Monash's physical sciences research, encompassing engineering, IT, and science disciplines.
Working closely with Monash Innovation staff, researchers, and stakeholders, you will be responsible for assessing the patentability of new inventions, identifying market opportunities and supporting our Commercialisation Managers to engage with potential partners and funders, and provide expert guidance on technology development for commercialisation.
About You
To succeed in this role, you should possess strong technical expertise in physical sciences, such as in engineering, science or IT, and an interest in developing a deep understanding of intellectual property principles and the patenting process.
Your prior experience in technology commercialisation, commercial research, and entrepreneurship would be invaluable, as would your ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to diverse audiences. Your proven track record of building and maintaining collaborative relationships, coupled with your analytical and problem-solving skills, will make you a valuable asset to our team.
The successful candidate will also have a relevant degree, preferably postgraduate, in chemistry, materials science, biomaterials, physics, chemical engineering or bioengineering. Experience in a commercial environment or exposure to Intellectual Property systems will be highly regarded.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Zoh Eftekhari, Senior Commercialisation Manager - Physical Sciences, 0468 865 898 or zohreh.eftekhari@monash.edu
Position Description: Commercialisation Associate - Physical Sciences
Applications Close: Wednesday 16th April 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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