Deputy Director, SingHealth Drug and Diagnostic Development Engine (Contract)

Singapore Health Services Pte Ltd (SingHealth HQ); Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Singapore seeks a Deputy Director for its new Drug and Diagnostic Development unit. The role focuses on pioneering healthcare innovations through collaboration and leadership while advancing the commercialization of cutting-edge technologies. Candidates must possess a PhD in a relevant discipline and have extensive experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field with at least 14 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• In-depth understanding of therapeutic and diagnostic development processes.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the SinD3E unit.
• Drive development of therapeutic and diagnostic technologies.
• Work closely with staff and consultants for commercialization.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Abilities

Education

PhD in Life, Biomedical or Chemical Science

MBA (preferred)

Job description

SingHealth is establishing the SingHealth Drug and Diagnostic Development Engine (SinD3E) unit. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to healthcare innovation in Singapore through the translation of research into practical applications. As Deputy Director, you will establish and lead this unit, working with a team of domain experts specialising in:

• Medicinal Chemistry

• Assay Development

• Computational Chemistry for therapeutic technologies

• Assay Prototype Development

• Analytical Performance Characterisation

• Diagnostic Product Development Strategy

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and lead the SinD3E unit

• Drive the development of therapeutic and diagnostic technologies

• Work closely with staff and consultants to advance the commercialisation of SingHealth technologies

• Organise and present at educational forums on drug and diagnostic development

• Support the SingHealth Intellectual Property Team in assessing invention disclosures

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Life, Biomedical or Chemical Science, with at least 14 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry or relevant academic research settings

• MBA qualification is preferred

• In-depth understanding of therapeutic and diagnostic development processes

• Strong communication and organisational abilities

• Proactive approach to problem-solving

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in managing uncertainty

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.