Commercialisation Analyst

Job Description:

Te Rōpū Rangahau | Research & Innovation
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Fixed-term, 12 month position
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, part-time will be considered
• 4 weeks annual leave + 5 days university holidays

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

Help turn promising research into opportunities that benefit Aotearoa New Zealand. In this fixed-term role as Commercialisation Analyst, you will support the early stages of University of Canterbury (UC)’s commercialisation pipeline, working with researchers and experienced commercialisation professionals you will:

Identify and assess invention disclosures through market research, technology landscaping and opportunity analysis.

• Help prepare business cases, investment proposals, research funding applications, marketing materials and pitches.
• Gather and interpret market, competitor, customer and industry information to support commercial decisions.
• Build professional relationships with UC researchers and stakeholders across the commercialisation ecosystem.
• Support commercialisation systems, project pipelines and team initiatives.
• Develop practical experience and commercial acumen across intellectual property and technology transfer.

Mōu | Who You Are

You are an analytical, commercially curious and collaborative professional who enjoys learning about new technologies and translating complex information into clear, practical insights. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your capability in market validation, intellectual property, relationship management and technology transfer.

You will also be able to demonstrate:

• Professional experience (at least 18 months) in technology, product or service commercialisation, or a closely related area
• Interest in business, entrepreneurship, commercialisation, marketing or innovation.
• The ability to understand research and technology across a range of disciplines
• Strong research, analysis, written communication and stakeholder-engagement skills
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Holding a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Science or Engineering (NZQA Level 8); a Master’s degree in Business or another relevant postgraduate qualification is preferred.
• An alignment with UC’s values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With
You will join Te Rōpū Rangahau | Research & Innovation and work closely with the IP & Commercialisation Manager, commercialisation advisers, UC researchers and research funding colleagues. You will also engage with external stakeholders such as other university commercialisation offices, industry contacts, investors, funders and specialist advisers.

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
At UC, being part of our team means more than just a job. We are committed to supporting our kaimahi | staff’s career and wellbeing with benefits designed to help our kaimahi grow and feel connected, supported and valued.

• 4 weeks annual leave +5 days university holidays
• generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)
• flexible working arrangement
• professional development opportunities
• supportive working environment
• a wide range of retail discounts across shopping, entertainment and travel
• on-campus staff discounts
• living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• a unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as UC RecCentre and Staff Club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.

For more information, please visit us: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/about-uc/work-at-uc/benefits-working-uc

For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/

The closing date for this position is: Sunday 18 October 2026 (midnight, NZ time)
Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place before the close date.

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted through our careers website and should include a cover letter and CV. In your cover letter, please tell us about your interest in research commercialisation and the transferable skills you would bring.

Please note, we do not accept applications by email. For queries about the application process, contact [email protected].

You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency or hold a valid NZ work visa to be considered for this role.

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