Director Forensic

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. seeks an accomplished senior leader to drive forensic science innovation and capability development. The role focuses on strategic direction, research governance, and high-impact collaborations across government, industry and academia.

You will oversee multiyear initiatives, translate trends into actionable programmes, and mentor multidisciplinary teams to strengthen public safety capabilities. Strong communications and stakeholder influence are essential.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant STEM/forensic science discipline.
• Proven track record leading large-scale innovation or capability development initiatives.
• Strong strategic thinking with ability to translate trends into actionable initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term research and capability strategies aligned with organisational priorities.
• Identify and operationalise emerging technologies for investigations and public safety.
• Integrate traditional forensic practices with digital and AI-enabled methodologies.
• Build collaborations across government, industry, academia, and research institutions.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to align research efforts with evolving needs.
• Provide authoritative scientific advice while maintaining public trust.
• Manage resources and performance measures to ensure effective programme delivery.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and foster talent development and succession planning.
• Contribute to local and international forensic and innovation platforms.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

People development

Clear communication

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in STEM/forensic science

Job description

Brief Summary:

Join a pioneering role in advancing forensic science with a focus on strategic innovation and research development. Lead transformative initiatives to enhance public safety and operational capabilities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute long-term research and capability strategies aligned with organisational priorities.
• Identify and operationalise emerging technologies for investigations and public safety.
• Integrate traditional forensic practices with digital and AI-enabled methodologies.
• Build and sustain collaborations across government, industry, academia, and research institutions.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to align research efforts with evolving organisational needs.
• Provide authoritative scientific advice for high-profile matters while maintaining public trust.
• Manage resources and performance measures to ensure effective programme delivery.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement to enhance innovation capacity.
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams, focusing on talent development and succession planning.
• Contribute to local and international forensic and innovation platforms to strengthen credibility.

Requirements:

• Postgraduate qualification, preferably a Master’s degree or PhD, in a relevant STEM or forensic science discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in research, innovation, or related fields, with significant leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale innovation or capability development initiatives.
• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate trends into actionable initiatives.
• Experience in programme governance, including oversight of budgets and delivery frameworks.
• Excellent communication and partnership-building skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Commitment to talent management and coaching for future leadership development.