Chief Operating Officer

National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM); Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM) seeks a Chief Operating Officer to provide operational leadership and strategic execution across departments. The role requires at least 10 years of proven experience in senior operations, along with a strong analytical mindset. This position is crucial for driving organizational efficiency, compliance, and culture improvement. Interested candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Management or Business Administration, with a preference for an MBA. The application closes on 8th July 2024.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in senior operations or executive roles.
• Experience in Research and Development is an advantage.
• Fluency in Bahasa Melayu and English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across various departments.
• Align operations with corporate objectives and KPIs.
• Supervise senior leadership and department heads.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Management/Business Administration

Job description

National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM) established on 27 January 2012 is a consortium of national biotechnology institutes under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) operating as a Company Limited by Guarantee to carry out research, development, innovation and commercialization of modern biotechnology. The consortium consists of three institutes which is the Malaysian Agro-Biotechnology Institute (ABI) in Serdang, Selangor, the Malaysian Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Institute (IPharm) in Gelugor, Penang, and the Malaysia Genome and Vaccine Institute (MGVI) in Bangi, Selangor. NIBM invites qualified, experienced, dynamic, and work-ready individuals to join our organization for the following positions:

Have the ability to perform the following tasks:

Operational Leadership

Oversee daily operations of the company across departments such as Information Technology, Administration, Facility Maintenance, Asset Management, Quality Management and Safety & Health;

Develop and refine operating procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness;

Ensure quality control and operational excellence;

Oversee the implementation of occupational safety and health standards; and

To build new capacity, capabilities and implement quality and safety standards.

Strategic Execution

Translate the CEO’s vision and strategic plan into actionable operational goals;

Create roadmaps for short-term and long-term growth;

Align operations with corporate objectives and KPIs; and

Identify potential risk to organization’s operation and develop mitigation strategies.

Team Management

Supervise senior leadership and department heads;

Foster a high-performance culture by mentoring and developing team leaders;

Ensure cross-departmental coordination and collaboration; and

Drive operational excellence, process improvement and organizational efficiency.

Manage budgeting, forecasting and financial planning in partnership with the CFO;

Optimize cost efficiency without compromising quality or output; and

Track operational metrics and performance indicators to ensure financial health;

Process Improvement & Innovation

Lead initiatives for continuous improvement and operational scalability;

Foster a strong company culture aligned with organizational values and objectives;

Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance, consistency and quality; and

Ensure operational risks are identified and managed proactively.

Any other instruction by the CEO from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:

The minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Management/Business Administration (MBA Preferred) or related field and recognized by the Malaysian government from a local or foreign higher education institution or a qualification recognized as equivalent;

Proven experience (10+ years) in senior operations or executive leadership roles;

Experience in Research and Development Industry is an added advantage;

Fluent in speaking and writing Bahasa Melayu and English; and

Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

For further info, please visit our website: https://nibm.my/v6/?page_id=135

Application Closing Date : 8th JULY 2024

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Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Medical 51-100 employees

Company History

The government of Malaysia has identified biotechnology as another potential area to be the engine of growth. In 2002, three interim laboratories - Genomic & Molecular Biology; Agro-Biotechnology; and Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals were established to provide research infrastructure for the 8th Malaysia Plan for National Biotechnology Agenda led by the Biotechnology Cooperative Centres (BCCs).

In 2005, these laboratories were inaugurated as National Biotechnology Institutes to lead, coordinate and implement the national biotechnology agenda through research, development, innovation and commercialization (RDIC). The three National Biotechnology Institutes are:

• Malaysian Institute of Pharmaceuticals and Nutraceuticals (IPHARM)

• Malaysia Genome and Vaccine Institute (MGVI)

In 2011, the institutes were restructured and placed under an autonomous organization called the National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM). While the three institutes focus on high quality and market driven R&D and innovations, NIBM’s key role is to support and spearhead the commercialization of the R&D activities at the institutes based on industry requirements.

Company History

The government of Malaysia has identified biotechnology as another potential area to be the engine of growth. In 2002, three interim laboratories - Genomic & Molecular Biology; Agro-Biotechnology; and Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals were established to provide research infrastructure for the 8th Malaysia Plan for National Biotechnology Agenda led by the Biotechnology Cooperative Centres (BCCs).

In 2005, these laboratories were inaugurated as National Biotechnology Institutes to lead, coordinate and implement the national biotechnology agenda through research, development, innovation and commercialization (RDIC). The three National Biotechnology Institutes are:

• Malaysian Institute of Pharmaceuticals and Nutraceuticals (IPHARM)

• Malaysia Genome and Vaccine Institute (MGVI)

In 2011, the institutes were restructured and placed under an autonomous organization called the National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM). While the three institutes focus on high quality and market driven R&D and innovations, NIBM’s key role is to support and spearhead the commercialization of the R&D activities at the institutes based on industry requirements.

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