Melbourne. Where Life Sciences Thrive.
Your next opportunity starts here.
Why Melbourne?
Collaborative, World-Class, Globally Connected
Centred around key research precincts at Parkville and Clayton, as well as additional precincts incorporating both health services and university research infrastructure, the Victorian life sciences ecosystem brings together world leading research organisations, top tier universities, and hospitals to develop revolutionary treatments and new therapies.
Our Competitive Edge
What sets Melbourne apart:
- ✅ Low-risk, high-quality, and competitive business environment
- 🏭 Advanced manufacturing and commercialisation success
- 🔬 Cutting-edge R&D infrastructure
- 🧠 Skilled and growing life sciences workforce
- 🤝 Strong government support and investment
- 🧪 35% of national Phase I trial facility beds
Clinical Trials Leadership
- Melbourne carries out one-third of Australia’s clinical trials
- 3,200 clinical trials active in Victoria
- 90% of Phase I trials sponsored by international firms
- Leading capabilities in immunology, neuroscience, oncology, ophthalmology, and paediatrics
Academic and Research Strengths
- 22 internationally recognised medical research institutes
- Two universities in the global top 40 for biomedical sciences
- Monash University: top-ranked globally for pharmacy & pharmacology
- Producing 24,000+ graduates annually in health and sciences
Innovation and Commercialisation
Melbourne is the birthplace of exciting biotech and medtech start-ups, translating groundbreaking research into novel therapies and devices. Our companies partner globally to design advanced diagnostics, therapies, and manufacturing solutions.
Doing Business Globally
We can help you do business with the U.S., Canada, and Melbourne supported by Victoria’s global trade and investment network.
About Global Victoria
Global Victoria’s services are available for many organisations, including companies discovering exports for the first time. We also support rapidly expanding companies, where we can help amplify commercial potential in international markets.
Our trade specialists are well-connected:
- providing insights and market intelligence (including 1:1 advice and support) on doing business in the Americas
- facilitating connections to major buyers, partners and business leaders from the Americas
- helping understand market regulations and requirements
- identifying trade missions, programs and grants to assist you on your export journey
- working with businesses to build their skills and knowledge about key export opportunities
About Invest Victoria
Invest Victoria can help you do business with Melbourne and support your market entry or expansion into Victoria.
Their in-market investment team can connect you with the Melbourne life sciences ecosystem to:
- access networks of the right highly skilled talent
- identify potential clients, partners, and suppliers
- establish the right partnerships
- access research infrastructure
- identify suitable business locations
- access assistance from all levels of government.
Visit the Invest Victoria website to learn more.
Connect with us
Our US office
Carolin McCaffrey
Investment and Trade Director
Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Medical R&D and Technology
Sofia O'Hara
Trade Manager
Health and Life Sciences
Email: sofia.ohara@global.vic.gov.au
Our Melbourne office
Libby Kruse
Trade Manager
Health and Life Sciences