Research Administration Lead – Grants & Programs

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore seeks an experienced administrator to lead a team of MSOs and support the Research Office’s operations. You will oversee grants administration, research finance, staff hiring and governance across projects.

You will organise research events, manage collaborations and handle data reporting for NTU and external agencies. A bachelor’s degree is required, with five years in research administration and three years supervisory experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years in research administration/graduate program management in tertiary education.
• 3+ years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of MSOs to support the operations of the Research Office.
• Oversee and manage the research grants administration (including RCAs), research finance, research staff hiring, and ensuring corporate governance of research projects and research integrity.
• Organise research events (research seminars/conferences/workshops), and handle research industry collaborations.
• Handle research data reporting (statistics/data required by NTU, external agencies, government organizations and P&T/contract renewals/faculty appraisals).

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Supervisory experience

Research administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the world’s top universities. NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) is a leading college that is known for its excellent curriculum, outstanding and impactful research, and world-renowned faculty.

A hotbed of cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking research, the College aims to groom the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators to thrive in the digital age. Located in the heart of Asia, NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science is an “exciting place to learn and grow”. We welcome you to join our community of faculty, students and alumni who are shaping the future of AI, Data Science and Computing.

Key Responsibilities But Are Not Limited To

• To lead and manage a team of MSOs to support the operations of the Research Office.
• Oversee and manage the research grants administration (including RCAs), research finance, research staff hiring, and ensuring corporate governance of research projects and research integrity.
• Organise research events (research seminars/conferences/workshops), and handle research industry collaborations.
• To handle research data reporting (statistics/data required by various offices in NTU, external agencies, government organizations and P&T/contract renewals/faculty appraisals).
  
  

Job Requirements

• At least a bachelor’s degree
• Preferably with at least 5 years’ experience in research administration/ graduate program management in a tertiary education institution, with at least 3 years of supervisory experience leading a dynamic administrative team.
• Financial accounting knowledge preferred
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and engagement skills
• Equipped with strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex issues and work effectively under pressure.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of commitment and initiative.
  
  

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.


Hiring Institution: NTU