Commercialisation Associate

About the role

Reporting to the Director, Commercialisation, you will manage a portfolio of commercialisation activities - from pipeline development and opportunity identification through to IP protection and deal closure . Key responsibilities include: Supporting the development and implementation of strategic commercialisation initiatives alongside the Director of Commercialisation Assessing the technical and commercial viability of Macquarie-generated IP, providing clear recommendations and pathways for commercialisation Conducting commercially oriented due diligence to determine legal rights, ownership, entitlements, and third-party obligations Assisting in negotiations, deal structuring, and closing agreements aligned with Macquarie's ambition to be the partner of choice for industry Providing IP and commercial advice to Research Innovation & Enterprise teams to support negotiation of industry-sponsored research agreements Marketing and promoting University capabilities and technologies to investment partners, industry, and external stakeholders at relevant conferences Contributing to the IP Commercialisation Advisory Committee (IPCAC) and nurturing an entrepreneurial culture by building strong relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders You will work closely with internal teams including Macquarie Partnerships, the Macquarie Incubator, General Counsel, and Faculty leadership, as well as external stakeholders including patent attorneys, investors, licensees, government agencies, and research institutes. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) portfolio is responsible for the strategic enhancement of Macquarie University's research, research training, and innovation profile. It drives research strategy across the institution, spanning higher degree research, grant schemes, research collaboration agreements, commercialisation, intellectual property, and entrepreneurship. The Macquarie Commercialisation team, led by the Director of Commercialisation, creates real-world impact through the translation of Macquarie IP. The team assists creators in identifying the value of their IP, confirming ownership, determining protection and commercialisation strategies, and negotiating agreements with partners. They also champion innovation and entrepreneurial culture through educational workshops and expert advice for University staff and students. About You You are a commercially astute professional with a strong understanding of intellectual property and technology commercialisation. You bring a blend of technical knowledge, business acumen, and relationship-building skills, and you are comfortable navigating complex stakeholder environments. You are proactive, collaborative, and motivated by the prospect of turning research breakthroughs into real-world outcomes. Selection Criteria: Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, with postgraduate qualifications in a relevant scientific discipline highly desirable Demonstrated experience in intellectual property management, technology commercialisation, and deal structuring Experience conducting technical, IP, commercial, and legal due diligence, including prior art searches and market analyses Proven ability to collect and analyse complex technical, market, and legal data to develop robust business cases for commercialisation opportunities Strong networks and links with industry, research bodies, government authorities, and the investment community relevant to IP commercialisation Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a broad range of individuals, groups, and organisations Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships across all levels of an organisation and work collaboratively in a complex, high-volume environment with multiple stakeholders Priority will be given t