Commercialisation Manager Health & MedTech

Exciting opportunity to join Commercial Innovation

Full ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus

HEW 9 + 17% super and attractive staff benefits

About the Role

At Swinburne University of Technology, we’re building a globally connected innovation ecosystem-where research excellence meets industry need. As Commercialisation Manager - Health & MedTech, you’ll play a pivotal role in translating cutting-edge research into scalable ventures, partnerships and products that deliver economic, environmental and societal impact.

This is a rare opportunity to operate as a true business builder within a university setting. You’ll work end-to-end across the commercialisation lifecycle-identifying and shaping opportunities, developing commercial strategies, securing investment, structuring IP deals and launching new ventures. Partnering closely with leading researchers, entrepreneurs, investors and industry, you’ll help bring bold ideas to life and accelerate their path to market.

You’ll also manage a dynamic portfolio of spinouts and licensing opportunities, while building strong relationships across the innovation ecosystem-engaging with founders, funding bodies, government, and global partners. With the backing of Swinburne Ventures and a highly collaborative Innovation & Enterprise environment, you’ll be empowered to introduce new capabilities, drive venture creation and influence the future of research commercialisation.

We’re looking for a commercially astute professional with experience in venture creation, IP commercialisation or innovation-led business development-someone who thrives in complexity, leads through influence, and brings both strategic thinking and execution capability.

If you’re motivated by impact, innovation and the opportunity to shape the future of health and medtech, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

• Demonstrated experience in business engagement and relationship development credentials, with experience of the realities of setting-up and growing commercial businesses.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver intellectual property and/or research capability commercialisation initiatives through own actions.
• Demonstrated experience in new venture transactions
• Leading by influence: proven ability to be persuasive with a diverse range of stakeholders, including strong verbal and written communication skills and exemplary negotiation skills.
• Experience in managing conflicts of interest and performing commercial due diligence.

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualifications and relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.

What We Offer You

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

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To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.

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Applications Close: Sunday 14th June 2026, 11pm