Business Development Officer
Fixed-Term (2 years) | 0.8 FTE (4 days per week) | Possibility of Extension
HEW Level 7 ($83,962 – $90,563 p.a. pro-rata rates) + 17% Superannuation + Leave Loading | Based at Westmead Campus with travel to offsite locations

Western Sydney University’s NICM Health Research Institute is a global leader in integrative and complementary medicine research, with a particular focus on traditional Chinese medicine. From foundational laboratory work to clinical trials and translation into community health outcomes, NICM drives innovation across the spectrum of health and wellbeing. Our state-of-the-art facilities include a new Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) laboratory suite designed for small-batch commercial and clinical trial production and industry training.

We are seeking a passionate and relationship-driven Business Development Officer to lead the identification, development, and promotion of external partnerships for our commercial services and research initiatives. You will play a pivotal role in connecting NICM’s expertise with government, business, and community partners to maximise research impact and commercial outcomes—especially those relating to the GMP facility and R&D laboratories.

This role is based at Westmead Campus and will require regular face-to-face engagement with external clients and partners offsite. You’ll be out building relationships and representing the Institute in a highly visible, people-focused capacity.

Working closely with the Process Manager – Pharmaceuticals and the Senior Research Officer, you’ll help deliver successful outcomes for NICM’s partners by supporting all stages of project planning, stakeholder engagement, and contract execution.

About You
You are a strategic and client-focused professional with outstanding interpersonal skills and a strong understanding of commercial collaboration in a research environment. You bring project management capability, a proactive mindset, and a passion for building and maintaining effective relationships. You’re confident working independently and engaging professionally with partners both on and off campus.

Join Us
At Western Sydney University, you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive culture that values innovation, impact, and community engagement. This flexible, part-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to health innovation while supporting your work-life balance.

Applications Close: 8:30pm Sunday, 27 April 2025

Position Enquiries: Deborah Blackmore, Institute Manager, [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: [email protected]

Eligibility: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have full, unrestricted working rights at the time of application.