Careers at UniSC

• UniSC Clinical Trials, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, or Health Hub Morayfield 
• Level 7, $105,843 - $115,703 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, fixed-term for two years

The Opportunity

As Business Development Manager, you will help grow new and existing partnerships that connect industry with the University of the Sunshine Coast’s research and expertise. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you’ll identify opportunities, explore their feasibility, and build strong, lasting relationships that translate ideas into meaningful collaboration. Through this work, you’ll help expand access to innovative research and contribute to sustainable revenue growth that supports the University’s impact across our communities and industries.

For more information, please visit us online UniSC Clinical Trials

You will

• build and nurture strong partnerships with Contract Research Organisations, sponsors, and government agencies, leveraging your business insight and clinical trials expertise;
• work closely with internal teams to assess feasibility and drive successful trial approvals across our site network; and
• lead business development initiatives that showcase the site network’s expertise, experience, and capabilities, keeping our presence prominent in the industry.

About you

Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives on building strong partnerships and making things happen. You’re confident in navigating clinical trials and business development, collaborating seamlessly with internal teams and external stakeholders to turn opportunities into real outcomes. You enjoy being organised and proactive, keeping track of opportunities, contracts, and reporting while contributing to strategic planning and continuous improvement. You’re excited to represent UniSC Clinical Trials, sharing our expertise and strengths with industry, sponsors, and partners, and you take pride in mentoring and supporting colleagues to grow alongside you. In short, you’re someone who can connect, deliver, and make a meaningful impact every day.

You will possess:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Health, Science, Bio-Medicine, or Business, or equivalent experience.
• Proven business development experience in the life sciences sector, with at least 2 years in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience managing pre-award communications in early-phase clinical trials is highly valued.
• Strong knowledge of ICH GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and its application in clinical research.
• High-level computing skills, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and project management tools such as Asana; experience with CRM platforms is a plus.
• Excellent communication, consultation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to confidently present UniSC Clinical Trials to diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to trial sites, industry events, and conferences both domestically and internationally.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver results within established frameworks and timelines.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  494230_position description.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Monday 30 March 2026

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and responses to specific pre-determined selection criteria as outlined in the application form.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Jessica Baird
Deputy Director
Telephone: 07 5456 3556
Email: jbaird@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings, demonstrating outstanding performance across key disciplines. At UniSC, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational landscape and contribute to shaping the future for generations to come.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.