About the Institute
Located on Gadigal and Bidjigal land (Randwick NSW), Black Dog Institute is the only Medical Research Institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the full lifespan, our aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone. For over 20 years, we have been at the forefront of mental health research and have maintained a reputation as the face of mental health research and treatment in Australia.
Through our unique ‘translational’ research approach, we turn our world-class research into treatments, prevention strategies, clinical services, educational programs, and e-health products. These allow us to continue our work in leading Australia’s population health response, and champion the ongoing conversation of mental health in our society.
Our work is used to distributed through the public and is used to drive evidence informed change across the mental health sector, setting the foundation for better mental health for all.
- Hybrid work, 1-2 days per week in office (consistent with team collaboration days)
- 35 hour work week, flexible hours agreements & 9-day fortnights
- Salary Packaging: $15,900.00 of your base salary tax free & up to $2650.00 meal & entertainment
- Family first, people first culture, we put our research into action at work to make sure we maintain mental health and wellbeing at work
- Pet friendly workplace
- Leave benefits including public holiday swap, gifted annual leave, and wellbeing leave
- Employee discounts
The Role
The Director of Research Translation and Commercial Services (DRT&CS) is responsible for providing operational and strategic leadership across the Research Translation and Commercial Services Directorate of the Black Dog Institute.
Reporting into the Chief Operating Officer the DRT&CS will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), to enable a high-performing team that is able to grow and achieve the strategic goals of ‘The Institute’.
The DRT&CS will be responsible for the translation and commercial operations of the Institute and will manage a diverse team of leaders that work across Translation & Implementation, Sales, Operations, Clinical Services and Commercialisation.
The DRT&CS will also work closely with other Black Dog Executives to drive improved governance and risk management and facilitate translations of research into implementation and action across multiple domains.
Duties & Responsibilities
Executive Leadership
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Develop, execute and implement a revenue growth and diversification plan for the Directorate, whilst delivering short, medium and long term revenue growth targets.
Research Translation and Commercialisation
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Drive income growth, lead improvement in business efficiencies and organisational processes, monitor business performance, ensure regulatory compliance and assist in building an organisational culture that drives the Institute in meeting its key objectives.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential Criteria
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Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in an executive management/director position in a commercial or finance related field.
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Demonstrated strong leadership skills in fostering a culture of collaboration, motivating and engaging a team of Senior Managers to meet strategic and organisational goals.
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Outcomes-driven professional with strong business and commercial acumen and a proven ability to foster a high-performing team culture.
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Demonstrated strong experience across financial, people management, business development, income generation and strategic leadership.
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Demonstrated background and experience in establishing a sales strategy and in managing teams to deliver against sales targets.
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Demonstrated experience in optimizing business processes and identifying and implementing change in operational performance to drive efficiencies in operations.
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Understanding of risk management and governance for safety and wellbeing.
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Strategic organisation planning and implementation ability to inspire and communicate vision to all levels within the business.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence a diverse teams of senior leaders.
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Proven experience in driving significant change and experience successfully implementing business processes and systems.
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Experience managing and successfully executing large scale cross organisational projects.
Desirable Criteria
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Understanding of the healthcare, mental health and/or research sectors.
EEO Statement
Black Dog Institute is committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects our wider community. We ensure equal employment opportunity for all, regardless of age, appearance, carer status, cultural and/or racial background, disability, gender identity, lived experience, religion or sexual orientation.
How to Apply
To become a part of the Black Dog Institute team, follow the link to ELMO to apply and submit your most up to date resume. If you are shortlisted for the role, we will call you and let you know you are successful. Please do not respond to any suspicious emails requesting you to upload your ID or personal details. We are a 2022 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.