Project Manager (Industry Relations)

National University Of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore's Centre for Quantum Technologies seeks a Project Manager to oversee the National Quantum Computing Hub (NQCH) programme management and deliverables from Kent Ridge Campus. You will coordinate researchers, industry partners, and operations to align goals, manage timelines and budgets, and produce regular reports for stakeholders.

The role requires strong communication, organisational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced research

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics, Engineering, or CS with a focus on quantum technologies.
• Ph.D. in related field preferred with strong quantum tech foundation.
• Experience in project management, industry engagement, partnership development, or ecosystem-building.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational ability and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and ready to take on hands-on responsibilities where required.
• Spoken and written English in professional contexts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end project management for NQCH programmes involving industry partners, including scoping, timelines, budgeting, and reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams of researchers, talent development, operations, and external stakeholders to meet milestones.
• Track progress and produce periodic updates, reports, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with organisational processes, grant requirements, and administrative workflows.
• Oversee day-to-day hub operations and core administrative functions, including HR coordination, budgeting, procurement support, and resolving operational issues.
• Provide operational support for programmes, events, meetings, facility usage, and stakeholder engagements.

Skills

Project management

Industry engagement

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent and collaborative work

Proactive and hands-on

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Physics, Engineering or Computer Science

Ph.D. in quantum technologies or related field (preferred)

Job description

Job De ion

Job De ion

The Project Manager will oversee National Quantum Computing Hub (NQCH) project management and deliverables. This role will serve as a central point of contact for project coordination, communication, and alignment between project partners.

Industry Relations & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners across various sectors looking to explore quantum computing.
• Engage industry needs and translate them into opportunities for research collaboration or use-case exploration.
• Organise and manage engagement activities such as roundtables, workshops, networking events, and industry consultations.

Project Planning & Execution

• Drive end-to-end project management for National Quantum Computing Hub (NQCH) programmes involving industry partners, including scoping, timeline planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams: researchers, talent development units, operations, and external stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.
• Track project progress and produce periodic updates, reports, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with organisational processes, grant requirements, and administrative workflows.

Operations & Administrative Management

• Oversee day-to-day hub operations and core administrative functions, including HR coordination, budgeting, procurement support, and resolving operational issues.
• Provide operational support for programmes, events, meetings, facility usage, and stakeholder engagements to ensure smooth and efficient hub activities.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in a relevant field (Physics, Engineering, Computer Science) with a strong foundation in quantum technologies.
• A Ph.D. in relevant fields with a strong foundation in quantum technologies is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, industry engagement, partnership development, or ecosystem-building roles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational ability, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
• Proactive and ready to take on hands‑on responsibilities where required.
• Spoken and written English: ability to understand and speak the language in professional contexts. Ability to draw‑up technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Centre for Quantum Technologies

Department : Berge Englert Group

Employee Referral Eligible

Job requisition ID : 31027