Senior Business Development Officer

The University of Queensland

Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Phone : +61 7 3365 1111

Web Site : Profile

Base salary will be in the range $100,554.29 - $109,496.46 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)

In this dynamic and relationship-focused role, you'll support the mission of the Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB) by helping to drive strategic opportunities from engagement through to execution. As a key member of IMB's Stakeholder Engagement team, you will cultivate and manage a diverse portfolio of partnerships across government, industry, and academia—ensuring our research translates into meaningful change. By connecting innovation with opportunity, you'll play a vital part in advancing the strategic objectives of IMB and The University of Queensland.

Key responsibilities will include :

Contribute to the creation and implementation of an action plan that drives Business Development performance at IMB.

Meet key performance indicators for the discovery of new research funding streams for the Institute, including : number of unique face-to-face visits, new collaborations discovered and contracts developed.

Implement activities that enhance engagement between academic leaders and potential government and industry partners.

Plan, design, and deliver initiatives and communications that build valued engagement with the Institute's government and industry community.

Support engagement with a broad range of stakeholders in government, industry and academia.

Provide support in the preparation of proposals and the co-ordination of financial and contractual arrangements supporting research initiatives.

Work as a collaborative team member of the IMB Stakeholder Partnership team to maximise impact across diversified revenue streams and stakeholders.

The Stakeholder Partnerships Team The IMB Stakeholder Partnerships Team consists of two embedded functions; Advancement & Engagement and Business Development, underpinned by the function of Marketing, Communications & Events support.The three functions work collaboratively together to strategically plan and deliver actions that are aimed at building and strengthening relationships, create diversified revenue streams and maximise impact with a broad range of industry, government, academic and community stakeholders.

Staff within the team have joint reporting lines and maintain strong day-to-day working relationships with their functional areas located within central teams at the University, who work with IMB leadership to guide strategic direction and target setting.

The team has a high level of interaction with academic and professional staff across the Institute, UQ and with external partners to achieve the immediate and long-term goals of the Institute and University.

About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as :

Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

17% superannuation contributions

17.5% annual leave loading

Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

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Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)

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About You Degree with subsequent experience in a relevant discipline; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and / or education / training.

Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of business development activities, demonstrating capacity to deliver quantifiable results.

Demonstrated knowledge and previous work experience in a research-intensive environment in academia, industry or government.

Outstanding verbal communication and presentation capabilities, with strong interpersonal skills.

Strong organisational and time management skills, including the ability to work independently.

Ability to handle situations which require initiative, independent judgement, and consultation with senior stakeholders

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including : right to work in Australia.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Chris Pugmire . For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at , stating the job reference number (below)in the subject line.

Want to Apply? We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload :

Resume

A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion , fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact .

Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and / or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 21 July 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-52985). Please note applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be contacted prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. Interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing Monday 28 July.

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