Contract Manager
Core
Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of research and IP-related contracting matters, enabling CSIRO's scientific impact by linking world-class scientific developments with industry.
Role type
Senior Contract Manager (Research & IP)
Builds
Commercial contracts for research, funding, licensing, confidentiality, and collaboration agreements
Domain
Public sector science agency / Research commercialization
Required skills
Contract drafting and negotiation, Legal qualifications, Stakeholder coordination, Risk assessment, Process improvement, Record management
Preferred skills
Science background, Public sector or higher education experience
Technologies
Contract management systems, Workflow tools
Responsibilities
Manage triage, review, and progression of research contracting matters; Draft, review, and negotiate research and funding agreements; Provide advice on contracting pathways and agreement selection; Coordinate contract approvals and execution; Partner with Legal, IP, and Business Development teams; Contribute to continuous improvement of contracting workflows
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC