Assistant Director / Senior Assistant Director, Tech-Biz Development, MedTech Cluster, I&E

A*STAR Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional to drive MedTech R&D initiatives. The role requires expertise in analyzing industry trends and managing partnerships within the healthcare ecosystem. Candidates should have a strong background in engineering or life sciences and significant experience in the medical device industry, demonstrating excellent networking and communication skills. The position offers an opportunity to influence healthcare outcomes through collaborative research efforts.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in medical device, R&D, or health IT industry.
• Experience in managing partnerships and project proposals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyse key industry trends in MedTech.
• Manage partnerships between A*STAR and stakeholders.
• Support project monitoring and align expectations.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Education

MSc or PhD in Engineering, Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Overview

The MedTech Cluster is responsible for providing a focal point for the development and integration of cutting‑edge MedTech capabilities whilst fostering the MedTech community across A*STAR.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyse key Industry and R&D trends – covering major and emerging MedTech areas and clinical applications
• Synthesise and succinctly present insights into supporting the design and execution of national RIE MedTech strategies and to spearhead the development and execution of A*STAR's MedTech R&D programmes and strategies
• Coordinate between the National Platforms under the Medtech Sector with A*STAR and other funding agencies
• Manage and develop partnerships and programmes between A*STAR and other key stakeholders in the ecosystem to achieve impact in healthcare and economic outcomes
• Conduct, review and make recommendations to support executive decision‑making towards improving the A*STAR MedTech strategy, technology roadmaps, capabilities and resourcing and processes
• Build trusted relationships between management and research performers across A*STAR's research institutes to forge multi‑disciplinary collaboration towards synergistic MedTech outcomes
• Lead scoping of large multi‑party grant proposals and facilitate engagements and collaborations between research partners within A*STAR and the external community
• Support project monitoring and mediation to align processes and expectation between relevant stakeholders
• Develop a network of relationships with the academic research and clinical community as well as public sector research planning and economic agencies in Singapore
• Support A*STAR-wide project and outcomes tracking
• Support other operational activities of the Programme Office

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in Engineering, Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering or other technical experience in a related medical technology field
• 10 years of working experience in either medical device/Health IT industry, R&D, strategic/corporate planning, life science management consulting or any other relevant roles
• Experience in managing partnerships
• Experience in drafting or evaluating project/programme proposals, and demonstration of a good understanding of the R&D value chain and requirements in key MedTech markets
• Experience in engagements with senior leadership across functions
• Possess excellent networking, communication and writing skills
• Demonstrate ability to juggle priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoy working in a small team
• The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.