Job Description Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Collaboration Manager to lead and shape collaborative initiatives between our company and external partners, including academic institutions, clinical researchers, and other innovation-driven organizations. This role is pivotal in identifying funding opportunities, securing grants, and managing long-term engagement relationships that drive innovation.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Strategic Collaboration Development

• Identify, initiate, and structure collaborations with academic institutions, hospitals, and other external stakeholders.
• Align collaborative opportunities with the company’s strategic priorities and innovation roadmap.
• Develop partnership models that balance scientific value, outcome potential, and operational feasibility.

Funding & Grant Acquisition

• Proactively scout and evaluate national and international funding opportunities (e.g., government grants).
• Lead the preparation and submission of grant applications in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain a database of funding sources and track application outcomes and timelines.

Engagement & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary liaison between the company and its collaboration partners.
• Facilitate regular communication, governance meetings, and progress reviews with collaborators.
• Ensure alignment of expectations, deliverables, and timelines across all parties.

Monitor and report on the performance and impact of collaborative projects.

Internal Coordination & Reporting

• Work cross-functionally with segments, regulatory, legal, and to support collaboration execution.
• Provide strategic insights and updates to senior leadership on partnership outcomes and opportunities.
• Maintain documentation and records of all collaboration agreements and funding activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or related field; PhD preferred.
• Proven experience in managing collaborations, preferably in the med tech, biotech, or healthcare sectors.
• Strong understanding of grant funding mechanisms and experience in successful grant writing.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and relationships simultaneously.
• Familiarity with IP, regulatory, and compliance considerations in collaborative research.

Desired Characteristics

• Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and translational science.

• Skilled communicator with the ability to bridge scientific and business perspectives. Proactive, organized, and results-oriented.

Why GE HealthCare?

We offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose, flexibility, and global opportunity.

• Competitive compensation package including an annual bonus target

• 5 weeks leave (ask about “Take 5”)

• Flexible working options

• Career development locally and globally

• Employee benefits program with discounts on travel, entertainment & more

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women and Indigenous candidates. All employees must have unrestricted working rights in Australia and pass a background check.

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