MANAGER, RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

KPJ Healthcare Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is seeking a professional to lead the Research Management function in Malaysia. You will develop policies and ensure governance, ethics, and regulatory compliance across the institution.

You will identify funding opportunities, manage grants, monitor performance, and prepare reports for management and external stakeholders. The role also involves capacity building and stakeholder engagement across partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline is required or highly desirable.
• PhD is highly desirable.
• Certification in Research Management or Project Management is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and implement research policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Coordinate research ethics and governance processes.
• Identify and disseminate funding opportunities and manage grants.
• Monitor research performance indicators and prepare reports.
• Organise training and capacity-building programmes.
• Lead and supervise Research Officers and administrative staff.

Skills

Research administration

Governance & ethics

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Research data interpretation

Education

Master's degree in a relevant discipline

PhD is highly desirable

Certification in Research Management or Project Management

Tools

Research management systems

Job description

• Develop, review, and implement research policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, regulatory, ethical, and funding agency requirements.
• Manage research records, databases, and documentation.
• Coordinate research ethics and governance processes.

2. Research Grant Management

• Identify and disseminate internal and external funding opportunities.
• Facilitate the preparation, submission, and administration of research grants.
• Monitor grant utilisation, project progress, and reporting requirements.
• Provide advisory support to researchers on grant-related matters.

3. Research Performance Management

• Monitor and analyse research performance indicators, including grants, publications, citations, and innovation outputs.
• Prepare institutional research reports, statistics, and dashboards for management and external stakeholders.
• Support strategic planning initiatives to enhance research productivity and impact.

4. Research Capacity Building

• Organise research training, workshops, seminars, and professional development programmes.
• Support academic staff and researchers in strengthening research competencies.
• Promote a culture of research excellence and continuous improvement.

5. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Establish and maintain relationships with funding agencies, healthcare institutions, industry partners, and academic collaborators.
• Facilitate research partnerships, memoranda of understanding (MoUs), and collaborative projects.
• Represent the University in research-related meetings and engagements.
• Lead and supervise Research Officers and administrative staff within the department.
• Manage departmental budgets, resources, and operational plans.
• Ensure effective service delivery and achievement of departmental objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Research Management Department.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a relevant discipline.
• PhD is highly desirable.
• Certification in Research Management or Project Management is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in research management, research administration, higher education, healthcare, or related sectors.
• Experience in managing research grants, institutional research reporting, and research governance.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and project management.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of research administration, governance, and ethics. Familiarity with national and international research funding mechanisms.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and project management skills.
• Strong report writing and data interpretation abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and research management systems.

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.