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The Venture Onramp programme facilitates placing people with commercial industry expertise into relevant research teams to asses it's business potential.
What does a Commercialisation Lead do?
As a Commercialisation Lead, you will:
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Guide research teams in developing a commercialisation strategy.
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Identify compelling product applications for cutting-edge technologies.
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Assess the market potential of new innovations.
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Build and mentor a team to prepare for startup formation.
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Drive the project toward investment-readiness over 12 months.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking individuals with:
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Experience in commercialising deep-tech, med-tech, or similar research-based innovations.
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Strong project management and strategic planning skills.
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A background in business development, entrepreneurship, or relevant industries.
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The ability to collaborate with researchers, investors, and potential partners.
Who can apply?
We are seeking applications from research teams who:
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Are based in New Zealand universities or research institutes.
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Have a technology aligned with our Key Thematics, including:
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Agriculture & Food
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Energy Systems
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Healthcare
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Industrial Processes
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Demonstrate the potential for significant market impact.
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Want to progress the project toward a commercially viable business.
What We’re Looking For
Applications will be evaluated based on:
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The novelty and potential impact of your research.
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Market readiness and alignment with global trends.
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The scale of improvement your technology offers over existing solutions.
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Intellectual property readiness and freedom to operate.
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Your team’s vision for commercialisation.