Business Development Manager

As the Business Development Manager (Microscopy Australia), you will lead national industry engagement for Microscopy Australia, raising awareness of microscopy services to increase the use and impact of our world‑class capabilities. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role plays a key part in translating research infrastructure into real‑world and commercial outcomes across Australia.

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While employed by the University of Sydney, this is a national role and can be based anywhere in Australia, with regular domestic travel required.

Microscopy Australia is a consortium of university‑based microscopy facilities united by values of collaboration, accessibility, excellence and innovation. Funded by the Commonwealth Government under the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS), relevant state governments and with co‑investment by institutional partners, Microscopy Australia’s mission is to enable world‑class outcomes from Australian research by providing essential infrastructure to see the world at the micro, nano and atomic scale.

Each year, over 4,000 researchers from universities and industry use our instruments and expertise across facilities around Australia, with a further 100,000 users worldwide accessing our online training tools and resources. Microscopy Australia staff enjoy the benefits of working at the University of Sydney, including a good work‑life balance within an ambitious, yet caring and diverse workplace.