APAC Regional Growth Leader, Life Sciences Partnerships

Premier Research International; Singapore; On-site; SGD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Research is seeking a Vice President, Regional Development-APAC to lead our APAC region within the Business Operations team. The role shapes regional strategy, builds strategic partnerships, and drives client solutions across biotech, medtech, and pharma sectors.

You will engage senior stakeholders and navigate complex regulatory landscapes to advance market access and growth. Based in Singapore, this executive position requires strong leadership, deep regional knowledge, and willingness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in health, life sciences, business or related field.
• Strong track record in partnerships and business development in global settings.
• Proven leadership and strategic thinking with cross-cultural capabilities.
• Experience navigating regional regulatory environments and market access.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, strategic direction and oversight for Premier Research's regional development activities across APAC.
• Develops and executes the APAC regional strategy in alignment with global objectives and priorities.
• Leads governance and evolution of strategic partnerships for market access and client solutions.
• Oversees regional alliance relationships with governance and executive stakeholder engagement.
• Develops partnerships in Japan to enhance local presence and access to the market.
• Supports APAC business development including opportunity identification and client engagement.
• Builds senior-level relationships with customers, partners and industry stakeholders.
• Partners with BU Heads and leaders to develop regionally appropriate solutions and growth.
• Act as Premier Research's senior representative within the APAC clinical research community.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Customer relationships

Business development

Leadership

Cross-cultural

Global exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Job description

Premier Research is seeking a Vice President, Regional Development-APAC to lead our APAC region within the Business Operations team. The role shapes regional strategy, builds strategic partnerships, and drives client solutions across biotech, medtech, and pharma sectors.

You will engage senior stakeholders and navigate complex regulatory landscapes to advance market access and growth. Based in Singapore, this executive position requires strong leadership, deep regional knowledge, and willingness