Principal Research Fellow (4D Printing Technology)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore seeks a Principal Research Fellow to lead the research and commercialization of 4D printing. The role focuses on translating research and clinical progress into commercial applications while shaping market validation, business models, partnerships, IP/licensing, and regulatory planning.

The successful candidate will manage spin-off activities, funding strategy, and stakeholder engagement across academia, industry and government, with international

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification in engineering, science, technology, business or related field.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience in deep-tech commercialisation or venture creation.
• Strong record in research translation, translational funding, industry partnerships, licensing/spin-offs and venture readiness.
• Experience in IP/licensing strategy, fundraising and spin-offs.
• Excellent stakeholder-management and communication across academia, government, industry and investors.
• International experience and networks in Singapore’s innovation ecosystem are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Direct research activities translating 4D Printing research into commercial applications.
• Secure major external funding by writing competitive research grants and partnering with industry or government bodies.
• Direct cross-functional alignment with technical and clinical teams to translate feedback into product-development priorities and specs.
• Lead commercialisation strategy, venture development and execution against government grant fund objectives.
• Develop and validate the business model, value proposition, market-entry strategy and customer requirements.
• Build OEM, distributor, clinical, manufacturing, investor and strategic partner pipelines and progress commercial agreements.
• Coordinate commercial aspects of HSA/FDA, QMS, manufacturing and legal-manufacturer strategy with relevant specialists.
• Lead spin-off, IP/licensing, financial model, fundraising and investment-readiness activities.
• Establish commercial KPIs, governance, risk management and stakeholder reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Commercialisation

Industry partnerships

Negotiation

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

The Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) is a research centre conducting fundamental and applied research in all aspects related to additive manufacturing. Our vision is to be the world leader in 3D Printing and a wellspring of knowledge, delivering state of the art and innovative solutions to the industry. SC3DP is at the forefront of developing advanced technologies and high-impact research in areas such biomedical, construction, aerospace, marine and offshore. It is one of the very few research centres globally with multi-sector 3D printing expertise. SC3DP’s research achievements, high-level industry collaboration, comprehensive facilities and resources have positioned it as a leading hub for 3D printing research and innovation globally.

The Singapore Centre for 3D Printing (SC3DP) at Nanyang Technological University is seeking a Principal Research Fellow to lead the research and commercialization activities of the 4D printing technology. The role will translate the project’s research and clinical progress into various commercial applications, while integrating market validation, business-model development, strategic partnerships, IP and licensing strategy, regulatory-commercial planning, manufacturing strategy, fundraising readiness and spin-off formation.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct research activities that translate 4D Printing research into applications with commercial potentials
• Secure major external funding by writing competitive research grants and partnering with industry or government bodies
• Direct cross-functional alignment with the technical and clinical teams to translate customer, partner and regulatory feedback into product-development priorities, validation requirements and commercially relevant specifications.
• Lead commercialisation strategy, venture development and execution against government grant fund objectives.
• Develop and validate the business model, value proposition, market-entry strategy and customer requirements.
• Build OEM, distributor, clinical, manufacturing, investor and strategic partner pipelines and progress commercial agreements.
• Coordinate commercial aspects of HSA/FDA, QMS, manufacturing and legal-manufacturer strategy with relevant specialists.
• Lead spin-off, IP/licensing, financial model, fundraising and investment-readiness activities.
• Establish commercial KPIs, governance, risk management and stakeholder reporting.

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification in engineering, science, technology, business or a related field.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience, including senior responsibility for deep-tech commercialisation, venture creation, technology transfer or technology-based businesses.
• Strong track record in research translation, competitive translational funding, industry partnerships, licensing/spin-offs and venture readiness.
• Demonstrated capability in business-model development, market validation, IP strategy, fundraising and strategic negotiation.
• Excellent stakeholder-management and communication skills across academia, government, industry, clinical partners and investors.
• International experience and strong networks in Singapore’s innovation ecosystem and global industry are advantageous.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU