- Contribute to Australia’s national security
- Integral member of a small, dynamic, high-performing team
- Full-time (35 hours week) |Permanent role |Canberra or Sydney based
- $110,073– $138,636 +17% super + annual leave loading
The Opportunity
The Defence Research Institute (DRI) was established to stimulate, unify and support all defence-related research within the UNSW community while striving to build and maintain a network across Australian and international defence industries.
DRI operates at the frontiers of science and technology to help deliver transformational innovations that advance Australia’s global capabilities, redefine the modern defence landscape and change the world for the better.
Reporting to the Director, Defence Research Institute, Chris Mills, you will assist the Defence Research Institute team in identifying, developing and maintaining research opportunities, partnerships and related business deals. The Business Develop Associate–Defence will work closely with colleagues in UNSW’s other major research initiatives including cyber, space and AI, and our Division of Research & Enterprise.
The Organisation
UNSW is located across several sites in the Nation’s Capital. UNSW distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This commitment is integral to the University's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as it being a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, overcoming challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements including
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December holiday period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
About the successful applicant
Level 7
You possess a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent expertise gained through education, training, and experience. Your strong stakeholder management skills and business acumen demonstrated through building and maintaining effective internal and external networks, have supported successful organisational outcomes with a focus on Defence.
You are an excellent communicator, adept at engaging with diverse stakeholders, and you bring valuable knowledge and experience in university research, education initiatives, and defence-related technologies. You are skilled in using and maintaining CRM systems or similar tools, enabling you to obtain, analyse, and present complex data to support decision-making. Your experience includes developing and reviewing policies and procedures, setting priorities, and monitoring workflows to ensure efficiency.
At Level 8 (in addition to Level 7), you also have proven experience in securing research funding or managing commercial engagements, preparing detailed correspondence, engagement plans, and presentations, and leveraging extensive networks to engage effectively with Defence, the defence industry, and external stakeholders.
Eligibility: You must hold Australian Working Rights; we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
To Apply If supporting business deals to support Australia’s defence security are of interest to you, please submit your application including a CV, cover letter including responses to Skills and Experience nominated in the Position Description.
Note: The successful candidate may be required to hold or attain an Australian government security clearance.
Contact: Shiree Thomas - Talent Acquisition Consultant e: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: 11.55pm, Sunday 2nd February 2025
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
