(HEO9) $128,217 - $137,173 salary scale per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

*Fixed term position until 31 March 2027.

Working for the SA Node of Quantum Australia, this position will be responsible for identifying and developing new industry connections to build and grow a vibrant local quantum ecosystem.

With a considerable degree of autonomy, the Manager Partnerships Development (SA) – Quantum Australia will be responsible for developing activities to support ecosystem growth, managing external engagement, supporting ecosystem development, and providing strategic advice, management and managing reporting systems for the SA Node.

To be successful you will need:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with Industry and Researchers in a deep tech area.
• Proven record of establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organisation and across different sectors, contributing to removing barriers or influencing outcomes.
• Aptitude for strategic thinking, translating strategies and priorities including IP into goals, and leading change, ideally in a mixed academic/industry setting.
• Highly developed time and workload management skills, with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage competing demands, meet deadlines, and achieve results.
• Exceptional problem solving, conflict resolution, negotiation, and influencing skills, including the ability to investigate and manage complex issues with diplomacy and discretion.
• Demonstrated experience in effective planning and management of a significant budget.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance. 

Learn more at: set.adelaide.edu.au

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications will close 11:55pm, 12 March 2025.

For further information
For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Piers Lincoln
Institute Manager
The Institute for Photonics & Advanced Sensing (IPAS)
P: +61 (0)8 8313 5772
M: +61 (0)410 221 278
E: piers.lincoln@adelaide.edu.au

You'll find a full position description and/or selection criteria below: (If no links appear, please try viewing on another device)

 Manager Partnerships Development (SA) - Quantum Australia - HEO9 PD - Final (1).docx

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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