The Research Ireland ARC Hub for Therapeutics is a collaborative initiative between Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin, and the RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, with the aim of guiding academic projects to commercial success on a national scale in conjunction with other Higher Education Institutions (HEI) in the Republic of Ireland. The Therapeutics Hub is focused on the generation of high-quality spin-outs and licenses in the fields of small molecule therapies, biological therapies, biomaterials, biomarkers with therapeutic potential and in advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs). The Research Ireland ARC Hub for Therapeutics, hosted by the School of Biochemistry and Immunology, is seeking to appoint a Business Development and Training (BD&T) Manager, who will report to the ARC Academic Director. This role will support the mission, vision, culture and strategic objectives of the Research Ireland ARC Hub to accelerate academic research towards commercial success and to cultivate the next generation of innovation and entrepreneurial leaders. The successful candidate will lead the business development of projects within the ARC Hub portfolio, working closely with members of the Operations Team, academic researchers, and with the Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) and contract offices of Higher Education Institutes nationally. Specifically, the role will support proposal due diligence, business case development, market insight analysis, IP evaluation and the scoping of opportunities for onward funding, licensing, and spinout in collaboration with the respective TTOs. Post Status: Specific Purpose The specific purpose of the post of Business development and training manager is to lead the business development of projects within the ARC Hub portfolio, working closely with members of the Operations Team, academic researchers, and with the Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) and contract offices of Higher Education Institutes nationally. The ARC Hub is funded by external agencies. Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: Appointment will be made on the Administrative Officer 1 (1-3) (€68,181- €88,201 per annum) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. How to Apply: To assist the selection process, candidates should submit a full Curriculum Vitae, with the contact details (email) of three referees, and a Cover Letter (2 x A4 pages) that specifically address specifically address the requirements of the post. illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems. Please Note: Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in will not be considered at the short list stage. Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 11th April 2025 Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal Applications must be made by the date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system Late Applications will not be accepted. Skills: exp industry and academic business environments commercial/ academic business development national, international and university IP policies regulatory controls human therapeutics HPRA, EMA strategic planning, sales & management