Director, Tech Translation & Industry Engagement

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore is seeking a Director (Technology Translation & Industry) to lead the Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute Singapore's technology translation and industry engagement efforts. The role sits on the Institute’s management committee and drives collaboration with industry, academia and government to translate research into policy and practice.

The position requires a PhD with at least ten years in industry engagement or tech translation, with a proven

Qualifications

• PhD’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Technology Management or related discipline preferred.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in industry engagement, technology translation/commercialisation, research and innovation, or related areas, with leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of research translation and commercialisation pathways including IP, licensing, collaboration and adoption.
• Proven track record in developing and managing strategic partnerships with industry, institutes and government.
• Strong network in Singapore’s research and innovation ecosystem is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop CFI Sg's industry engagement and technology translation strategy to advance research outcomes through partnerships and technology adoption.
• Guide industry capability mapping to facilitate engagement, collaboration and adoption.
• Explore revenue-generating pathways via IP, industry projects and trainings where applicable.
• Represent CFI Sg and engage partners to promote knowledge exchange and research impact.
• Coordinate with NUS and partner offices to facilitate technology translation pathways.

Job description

National University of Singapore is seeking a Director (Technology Translation & Industry) to lead the Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute Singapore's technology translation and industry engagement efforts. The role sits on the Institute’s management committee and drives collaboration with industry, academia and government to translate research into policy and practice.

The position requires a PhD with at least ten years in industry engagement or tech translation, with a proven