Employment Details
Full‐time, fixed‐term position through to 29 January 2027. Base salary will be in the range $104,616 – $113,920 + 17% super (HEW Level 7). Based at our StLucia campus.
About This Opportunity
Join the Innovation Pathways team in Australia's Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA), a nationally significant initiative hosted by UQ. In this purposeful and collaborative environment you will support research translation and commercialisation across the food and beverage sector, working alongside industry partners, researchers and SMEs to generate actionable insights that transform innovative ideas into real‐world impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead data‐driven market analysis and strategic insights to inform innovation and commercialisation pathways.
* Integrate diverse datasets to deliver evidence‐based recommendations for new product development and business growth.
* Coordinate project planning, delivery, and evaluation activities aligned to innovation objectives.
* Engage with stakeholders to co‐design solutions, facilitate workshops, and build enduring industry partnerships.
About You
You are an inquisitive and analytically minded professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast‐moving environment and is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to impactful innovation outcomes.
Qualifications
* Relevant qualifications in business analytics, economics, finance, strategy, data science, food science or a related field, with at least four years' relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Demonstrated experience in data analysis, business modelling and strategic research.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, and experience in preparing reports, briefs and presentations.
* Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
* Familiarity with innovation theory, research translation or commercialisation processes.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes to deadlines.
* Experience within the food and beverage, agrifood or broader innovation ecosystem is desirable.
* Commitment to integrity, inclusivity and contributing positively to team culture.
Benefits
* Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave.
* 17.5% annual leave loading.
* Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid on‐site and work‐from‐home options, and flexible start and finish times.
* Access to career progression opportunities and exclusive internal vacancies.
Equality and Inclusion
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We are also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process.
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