Job Description

Professional, Full Time (Contract)Salary range: RM 76,000 \xe2\x80\x93 RM 122,000 per annumYour new roleWe invite applications for the role of Business Development Manager. This pivotal position plays a crucial role in securing attractive, long-term returns from the commercialisation of Curtin\xe2\x80\x99s intellectual property. The focus of the role is to promote awareness to University researchers, the value of commercialising intellectual property, and to liaise with industry and venture capital organisations to promote the merits of Curtin technology. The role undertakes the initial negotiation of commercial arrangements, providing the basis for securing contract and licence agreements with prospective commercial partners.Key Responsibilities\xc2\xb7 Promote awareness within the University of the value of commercialising intellectual property including coordinating and delivering presentations on intellectual property and commercialisation to University staff and students.\xc2\xb7 Identify University intellectual property with commercial merit and help researchers to progress towards commercialisation.\xc2\xb7 Develop relationships with leading Curtin researchers working in fields relevant to business and investors.\xc2\xb7 Make recommendations to Curtin Malaysia Research Innovation and Commercialisation (CMRIC) Committee on commercialisation strategies for research outcomes, including investment, licensing, patenting and formation of spin-out companies.\xc2\xb7 Liaise with industry, venture capital organisations and the investment community generally to promote the merits of Curtin technology.\xc2\xb7 Directly, or through third parties, prepare business plans and/or information memoranda for technologies to be commercialised.\xc2\xb7 Secure funding for projects being commercialised.\xc2\xb7 Undertake initial negotiation of appropriate commercial arrangements with interested parties, including collaborative research contracts, license agreements and assignment agreements in consultation with Curtin Legal Services, the Director and external legal support as required.\xc2\xb7 Research and prepare reports and other documentation for and on behalf of the Director, where appropriate. This includes, but is not restricted to, the Curtin Malaysia Research Innovation and Commercialisation Centre (CMRIC) Committee, the Board of Directors (BOD) and companies in which Curtin has a significant shareholding.About youEducation and Experience:\xc2\xb7 Bachelor\'s degree in Business or a relevant field (MBA preferred for candidates with degrees in other fields)\xc2\xb7 Minimum 5 years of work experience as a Business Development Manager\xc2\xb7 Extensive experience in commercialisationSkills and Knowledge:\xc2\xb7 Demonstrated commercial acumen with a proven record of delivering business outcomes.\xc2\xb7 Strong skills in business planning and negotiation.\xc2\xb7 Significant networking experience in the business and commercialisation community.\xc2\xb7 Sound understanding of intellectual property protection.\xc2\xb7 Familiarity with commercial law relevant to this role.\xc2\xb7 Ability to interpret complex legal documents.\xc2\xb7 Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills.\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of the research and innovation system in Malaysia.Personal Attributes\xc2\xb7 Ability to work effectively in small, multi-disciplinary teams.\xc2\xb7 Proactive and results-oriented approach.\xef\xbb\xbf\xc2\xb7 Adaptability and willingness to learn in a dynamic environment.\xef\xbb\xbfClosing Date: Open until filledInterested applicants are invited to submit a latest resume which includes addressing the selection criteria, a covering letter, names and contact details of at least two referees and certified copies of your academic credentials.How to apply:Please address your applications to:Staffing Management Section,
Human Resource Department,
Curtin University Malaysia,
CDT 250, 98009 Miri, Sarawak, MalaysiaTo submit an application, please click on the Apply Now button.Alternatively, you may email your applications to:Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Disclaimer:
Curtin (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd reserves the right at its discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.

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