Assistant Manager / Senior Assistant Manager (Research Office)

SingHealth Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SingHealth Group seeks an Assistant Manager / Senior Assistant Manager (Research Office) to support the Research Director in leading and advancing research activities across SKH in Singapore.

You will develop research initiatives, support grant and project administration, and ensure compliance with governance requirements while engaging researchers and stakeholders to strengthen research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, Allied Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience and managerial/supervisory experience.
• Experience in research administration, healthcare operations, grant management or project management will be advantageous.
• Familiarity with research governance, regulatory requirements and funding administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Research Director in leading and advancing research activities across SKH.
• Develop research initiatives, support grant and project administration, ensuring governance compliance.
• Drive strategic and operational improvements to strengthen the institution’s research capabilities and outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management tool

Job description

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Assistant Manager / Senior Assistant Manager (Research Office)

Job Category: Administration

Posting Date: 28 Sept 2026

You will support the Research Director in leading and advancing research activities across SKH. Working closely with researchers, institutional leaders, funding agencies and regulatory bodies, you will play a key role in developing research initiatives, supporting grant and project administration, ensuring compliance with research governance requirements, and driving strategic and operational improvements to strengthen the institution’s research capabilities and outcomes.

Requirements

Degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, Allied Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or a related discipline, with at least 6 years of relevant experience and managerial/supervisory experience

Experience in research administration, healthcare operations, grant management, research-related activities or project management will be advantageous

Familiarity with research governance, regulatory requirements and funding administration is preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively

Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and data management tool