Manager, Research Office

National University Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore seeks a contract professional to manage research-related agreements. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of experience in drafting such contracts, ideally within healthcare or academic settings. The candidate will ensure compliance with institutional policies and engage with multiple stakeholders to facilitate contract execution.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of relevant experience in drafting and reviewing research-related agreements.
• Strong judgement on complex legal clauses and excellent conflict management.
• Proficient in I.T. systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely execution of contracts for research or clinical projects.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders on terms and regulatory requirements.
• Guide and mentor junior executives in contract negotiations.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Strong communication skills

Experience in contract negotiations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Law, Business, Life Sciences or related field

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Institution: National University Health System

Overview

As part of the Innovation Transfer Office (ITO) this position plays a key role in advancing National University Health System (NUHS) mission of improving lives through clinical care, research innovation and strategic collaboration. He/She will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating and executing a wide range of research-related contracts (eg CTAs, RCAs, MTAs etc) to enable and support high-quality clinical research and innovation partnerships while safeguarding NUHS’ interests. This is a contract role with the possibility of renewal.

Job Responsibilities

• To ensure timely execution of contracts to support research or clinical projects in compliance with institutional policy and national guidelines.
• To liaise with internal stakeholders (eg legal, compliance) to align on terms and regulatory requirements.
• To contribute to streamlining of contract workflow, templates for better turnaround time;
• To resolve and manage escalated issues with fairness and tact without jeopardizing institutional policies;
• To ensure appropriate risk assessment and mitigation strategies;
• To guide and mentor junior executives and managers for more effective solutions in contract negotiations

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Law, Business, Life Sciences or related field.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in drafting and review research-related agreements preferably within a healthcare, pharmaceutical/CRO, academic or research setting.
• IP knowledge and commercialization background will be added advantage
• Strong judgement and deep knowledge on complex legal clauses (IP ownership, dispute resolution)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and persuasive skills
• Excellent team player
• Experienced and diplomatic in handling conflicts
• Demonstrated initiative and experience in enhancing workflows
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Able to work in a complex organizational environment, with a need to balance expectations of multiple stakeholders
• Proficient in I.T. systems and MS Office applications.