Manager, Industry Innovation
Core
Lead industry partnerships and manage the Factory of the Future to translate university research and technology into practical regional outcomes for Western Sydney.
Role type
Senior IC manager (industry innovation & advanced manufacturing)
Builds
Strategic industry partnerships, research collaborations, workforce development programs, and operational management of an advanced manufacturing innovation facility.
Domain
Higher education + advanced manufacturing + industry innovation
Required skills
Strategic partnership development, program/portfolio management, operational management, governance and risk management, financial management, stakeholder influence, negotiation, project management
Preferred skills
Postgraduate qualification in engineering or project management, experience with government funding, commercial partnership development
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Operate the Factory of the Future as a platform for collaboration and training; Build strategic partnerships with industry, government, and research organizations; Translate university research into practical industry solutions; Progress commercial partnerships and government funding; Deliver governance, planning, and continuous improvement across the portfolio.