Assistant / Manager (Corporate Service and Administration), CPHRI (Contract)

Singapore National Eye Centre; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Assistant/Manager to join their dynamic team in managing pivotal research programmes. This role involves overseeing the administration of research projects, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior staff. With a focus on strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, you will play a crucial role in advancing population health initiatives. The position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing for flexibility while contributing to impactful health research. If you have a passion for public health and a strong background in project management, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6+ years in research governance and project management.
• Experience in healthcare is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage key research programmes and track budget and KPI targets.
• Oversee research compliance and prepare reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant / Manager (Corporate Service and Administration), CPHRI (Contract)

Job Category: Administration

Posting Date: 8 Apr 2025

The Centre for Population Health Research and Implementation (CPHRI) is a centralised platform for population health research, innovation, implementation, and evaluation activities sited in SingHealth Regional Health System. CPHRI aims to seamlessly leverage data and technology to guide and support population health initiatives and accelerate the implementation of research findings in care delivery and improvement. CPHRI also helps to strategise and coordinate the various population health research initiatives across the SingHealth institutions, to achieve the common vision of advancing population health goals.

You will manage several key signature research programmes and oversee progress tracking of the programmes. This includes monitoring budget utilisation and KPI targets, as well as ensuring adherence to funding agreements and institutional policies. You will also be responsible for overseeing the research administration operations, including management of research projects and agreements. You will oversee research compliance and data governance, prepare papers, reports, and presentations for the funding authority, senior management, and external parties as required. You will also supervise and mentor junior staff, alongside assisting with grant submissions.

Work arrangements: This role offers hybrid work arrangements, providing the flexibility of working remotely and in the office.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Public Health, Life Sciences, Biomedical Science, Social Science, Business Administration or related academic area with at least 6 years of relevant experience in research governance, grant management and project management.
2. Previous healthcare experience will be an advantage.
3. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
4. Strategic planning and stakeholder management experience.
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.