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3-year, fixed term opportunity. Located on the Camperdown Campus Opportunity to leverage and grow industry relationships to deliver sustainability focused research with real world impact. Base Salary $146,197 - $154,260 (HEO9) + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University of Sydney is seeking a Business Development Manager (Sustainable Technologies and the Environment) to lead and expand strategic industry partnerships, accelerating research translation and industry engagement across the Sustainable Technologies and the Environment portfolio. This role supports the University's high priority Collective Excellence 28 (CE28) initiative. Based within the Research Pipeline and Pre Award team, this senior role focuses on translating world class research capability into funded, impact driven collaborations across energy, climate, sustainability and environmental sectors. Working closely with researchers, Faculty leaders and external partners, you will play a key role in advancing industry led research outcomes aligned to the University's strategic plan. The Collective Excellence 2028 (CE28) Research advances the University's ambition to be a globally recognised leader in research with real world impact. CE28 aligns academic leadership, institutional investment and professional support to enable large scale, multidisciplinary research that addresses complex global challenges. Through focused Areas for Acceleration, streamlined research processes, and strengthened pathways to international collaboration and major external funding, CE28 empowers academics to lead globally competitive research programs, attract top partners and talent, and translate excellence into societal, economic and policy impact. Your key responsibilities will be to: drive industry engagement to identify, develop and secure collaborative research and funding opportunities aligned to CE28 priorities work closely with researchers and senior stakeholders to translate research capability into impact driven collaboration prioritise and manage industry and researcher requests, delivering high quality strategic business development support act as a key liaison, guiding stakeholders through collaborative research strategies and partnership pathways case manage complex engagements from opportunity identification through to delivery prepare engagement reports, briefings and materials demonstrating research capability and impact contribute to the development of engagement strategies within sustainability focused disciplines. About you significant experience (typically 5-10 years) in business development, research commercialisation or industry engagement within a university, research or innovation environment a Postgraduate Degree in Science or a closely related discipline, or equivalent senior industry experience strong, existing industry connections, particularly across sustainability, energy, climate or environmental sectors demonstrated success securing R&D funding and managing complex, multi stakeholder engagements high level negotiation, influencing and relationship management capability confidence to operate independently in a senior role while contributing within a collaborative team willingness to travel as required to support stakeholder engagement and partnership activity. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Nicole Turle Recruitment Operations by email to nicole.turle@sydney.edu.au Copyright The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Wednesday 20 May 2026 11:59 PM

Classification: Academic Level B Salary package: $121,598 - $137,870 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full time Fixed Term (up to 32 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria:PD&PEWER_Level B_Posdoctoral Fellow_CPAS.CSS_2026.pdf Utilise your research experience in energy transitions, environmental and social justice, or sustainability. Join the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science in the ANU College of Systems and Society  Contribute to an international research project led by Dr Rini Astuti  About the opportunity This position is a fixed term for a period of 32 months to contribute to a new project led by Dr Rini Astuti, titled “Co-designing Multi-Value Frameworks for Transparent and Ethical Copper Supply Chains.” The project is funded by the Rio Tinto Centre for Future Materials (RTCFM). The RTCFM is led by Imperial College London with 4 global university partners including University of California Berkeley (USA), University of British Columbia (Canada), University of Witwatersrand (South Africa) and the ANU as the Australian partner. The purpose of the CFFM is to undertake transdisciplinary collaborative research to transform how materials critical for the energy transition are produced, used and recycled.  You will undertake innovative research on the social dimensions of the energy transition, including its links to critical minerals. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in either Human Geography, Science and Technology Studies, Science Communication, Development Studies, Anthropology, Environment and Society, Public Policy, or a closely related discipline. About the School/Department The Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science (CPAS) has responsibility for teaching, research, public policy and outreach in the field of Science Communication.  It is Australia’s largest and leading Centre in the discipline and has existing and emerging partnerships across Australia and internationally.  CPAS works with a broad definition of science (including STEM) and science communication to include public engagement, transdisciplinary research for sustainability, responsible innovation, the science/policy interface, and the epistemic, ethical and social aspects of research and technological change. About the College As one of the great universities of the world, ANU is driven by a culture of excellence in everything we do. Our lived experience is increasingly one of large-scale systems of people, whose actions and interactions are influenced by our digital, physical and biological environment. The ANU College of Systems and Society (CSS) hosts many of the key disciplines necessary to help us design, build, regulate and secure the future. CSS brings together expertise in social, technical, computational, ecological and scientific systems to build a new approach to systems design and build new national capabilities in data-driven policy and business development. The work we do in the College is to strengthen our national mission and meet our unique responsibilities as Australia’s national university. We will deliver on our mission by building a strong community, providing transformative educational experiences, conducting high-impact research, seeking meaningful engagement, and becoming a resilient organisation. We welcome and openly acknowledge differences in expertise, research / education / professional focus, experience and perspective. CSS is a vibrant and diverse community of more than three thousand students, staff, and visitors. Our College is comprised of the School of Computing, School of Cybernetics, School of Engineering, Fenner School of Environment & Society, Mathematical Sciences Institute, and the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science, supported by the Professional Services Group.  Enquiries To enquire about this role, please contact Dr Rini Astuti, via email rini.astuti@anu.edu.au.  Our commitment to diversity, belonging, inclusion and equity ANU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, and particularly welcomes applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Furthermore, it is practice in the ANU College of Systems and Society to actively seek a gender mix of shortlisted candidates for interview. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion    We welcome and develop diversity of backgrounds, experiences and ideas and encourage applications from individuals who may have had non-traditional career paths, who may have taken a career break, had career disruptions or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of the higher education sector. We support applicants who require flexible arrangements in their work environments or patterns. If your experience looks a little different to what we’ve described, but you’re passionate and motivated by this position, we welcome your enquiry and application.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details. What we offer The ANU provides attractive benefits and excellent support to maintain a healthy work/life balance and offers generous remuneration benefits, including four weeks paid vacation per year, assistance with relocation expenses and 17% employer contribution to superannuation. We also offer generous parental leave, the possibility of flexible and part time working arrangements, a parental and aged care support program, dual career hire programs, staff and family tuition fee discounts, ANU school holiday programs, and childcare facilities on campus. For more information, visit: https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources   How to apply Applicants must apply online via the ANU recruitment portal and should upload the following separate documents:  A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a full publication list and the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.  A maximum 3 page statement addressing the selection criteria.   Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.  Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.  Closing date: Sunday, 10 May 2026, 11:55 PM (AEST)  

Full time, 3 years fixed term opportunity Lead major, high impact research initiatives at a world leading university Base Salary $146,197 - $154,260 (HEO9) + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University of Sydney is seeking a senior, strategic Research Development Manager (Collective Excellence Major Initiatives) to support the development and delivery of major competitive research initiatives aligned to the University's Collective Excellence Areas for Acceleration. Reporting to the Associate Director, Major Initiatives, this role sits within the Pipeline and Pre Award team and plays a critical role in identifying large scale funding opportunities and supporting senior researchers and research leaders to deliver high quality, competitive research proposals with national and international impact. Your key responsibilities will be to: work closely with senior researchers, research leaders and internal stakeholders to support major research initiatives identify, analyse and target major competitive funding opportunities aligned to institutional research priorities lead and coordinate end to end research development support for large scale, complex funding applications provide high level strategic advice on proposal positioning, design and competitiveness coordinate inputs and support across the research portfolio to deliver high quality applications build and maintain strong relationships with external partners and funding bodies. About you extensive experience in research development within a higher education or research intensive environment strong knowledge of the Australian research funding landscape and major competitive grant schemes proven experience supporting large scale, complex grant or centre level applications advanced capability in strategy development, analysis and program delivery the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy and exercise sound strategic judgement postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Nicole Turle Recruitment Operations by email to nicole.turle@sydney.edu.au Copyright The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 10 May 2026 11:59 PM