Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Job no: 523933
Work type: Part Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Business Development

• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

About the area

The UWA Medical School is the largest and longest established medical school in Western Australia. It delivers a 4-year post graduate MD course to local, national and international students. The School also has substantial and successful research programs across the spectrum of health and medical research.

The Centre for Neuromuscular and Neurological Disorders is a world leader in developing innovative treatments for disorders of the brain and body. As part of the Centre, the Perron Institute lead groundbreaking, independent research and clinical interventions to support, treat and collaborate with consumers.

Within this context you will work and manage research activities within a Wellcome Trust funded innovative project, Hypatia. Hypatia is a digital platform for computational phenotyping in industry and clinical environments; we are finalists for the 35 th Incite Awards in WA. We are built by a highly motivated team of engineers, scientists, UXUI designers and artists. You will work and train within this dynamic environment, enjoying experience in both industry adjacent, clinical, and scientific fields, seeking to define Hypatia's business structure following the conclusion of the project.

About the opportunity

• Develop, implement, and evaluate a value proposition for Hypatia.
• Plan, implement and manage a range of administrative functions that may include personnel, and financial management activities.
• Plan, implement, and manage a strong business model for Hypatia following the conclusion of the project.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency related to business development, management, and/or financial accounting.
• Extensive relevant experience at a management level with proven management expertise, where independent, autonomous work has been conducted to achieve team goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email, as well as AI co pilot prompting.

Note

Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. Occasional overseas travel will be required by the successful applicant.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 31 July 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6 digit job reference number.

Advertised: 17 Jul 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 31 Jul 2026 W. Australia Standard Time