CEO / Stem Cell / Regenerative Medicine / Biotechnology

KANGJI ENERGY HOLDINGS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm in Singapore is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to guide the organization through strategic growth, operational excellence, and regulatory integrity. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in the biotechnology field, with expertise in regulatory environments and business development. This pivotal role requires excellent leadership and communication skills to enable the firm to navigate its unique challenges. You will work closely with the Board of Directors and drive financial and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Proven executive leadership experience in biotechnology or life sciences.
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments for therapeutic products.
• Track record of business growth and partnership development.
• Ability to interact with scientific leaders and regulators.
• Excellent communication and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve the company’s strategic direction in stem cell technology.
• Lead the executive team to achieve milestones in R&D and clinical translation.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore’s regulatory framework.
• Lead commercialization strategies for new technologies.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and capital allocation.
• Champion strong governance and ethical standards.

Skills

Executive leadership

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Position Overview

As the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), you will lead the organization through strategic growth, operational excellence, scientific credibility, and regulatory integrity. This pivotal role requires a leader who can bridge science, business strategy, and governance while navigating the unique regulatory landscape of Singapore and supporting clinical pathways where relevant.

You will report to the Board of Directors and be accountable for company performance across scientific, commercial, financial, and compliance dimensions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Vision

• Define and evolve the company’s long-term strategic direction in stem cell technology, regenerative therapies, and market positioning.
• Lead the executive team to execute against key milestones in R&D, clinical translation, manufacturing, and commercial readiness.

2. Scientific & Operational Oversight

• Provide executive oversight and guidance to research, development, manufacturing, and clinical teams.
• Foster a culture of scientific rigor, ethical conduct, and innovation.

3. Regulatory & Compliance Leadership

• Ensure full compliance with Singapore’s regulatory framework for health products and advanced therapies, including requirements under the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) and related bodies.
• Act as a key liaison with regulators, institutional review boards (IRBs), and ethics committees to support clinical and product pathways.

4. Business Development & Commercial Strategy

• Lead commercialization strategies for new technologies, products, or services.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions, research agencies, investors, and industry collaborators.

5. Financial & Capital Strategy

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and capital allocation.
• Drive fundraising, investor engagement, and reporting to the Board.

6. Corporate Governance

• Champion strong governance frameworks, risk management practices, and ethical standards across the organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential

• Proven executive leadership experience in biotechnology, cell therapy, regenerative medicine, or related life sciences field.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance environments relevant to therapeutic products (clinical development, manufacturing quality standards, ethics).
• Track record of business growth, partnership development, and capital raising.
• Ability to interact credibly with scientific leaders, clinicians, regulators (e.g., HSA), and investors.
• Excellent communication, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable

• Experience in Singapore or APAC life sciences markets.
• Experience working with advanced therapy products, clinical trial pathways, and global product scaling.
• Knowledge of Singapore’s biotech ecosystem (A*STAR, ETC).