Research Assistant (Industry Relations)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Singapore is seeking a candidate for a role focused on project coordination and stakeholder engagement in the field of quantum technologies. The role involves managing projects, building industry relationships, and overseeing operations. Applicants should have a relevant Master's degree, with a Ph.D. preferred, and strong skills in project management and communication. Proficiency in English is required. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced academic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in quantum technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in project management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central point of contact for project coordination.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners.
• Drive end-to-end project management for Quantum Hub programmes.

Skills

Project management

Industry engagement

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Organisational ability

Quantum technologies

Education

Masters degree in a relevant field (Physics, Engineering, Computer Science)

Ph.D. in relevant fields

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

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.