Research Associate/Fellow (Programme Manager)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Singapore seeks a motivated Programme Manager to oversee and manage research projects at the Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development. The role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, budget oversight, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards. Candidates should have a relevant advanced degree and experience in project management for child development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of project/programme management experience.
• Experience with Institutional Review Board activities.
• Ability to write and produce formal documents.
• Management of research staff including assistants and interns.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage research programme goals and activities.
• Work with cross-disciplinary research teams and stakeholders.
• Develop research budgets for individual projects.
• Monitor research progress and implement management interventions.
• Conduct ethical research design and data documentation.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Organizational skills

Research coordination

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Masters or PhD in Psychology/Behavioral Science/Developmental Psychology/Education/Public Health

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced Programme Manager to join the Centre for Holistic Initiatives (CHILD) for Learning and Development, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. CHILD brings together experts in the field of translational research, child health and development, and implementation science to accelerate the use of evidence in policy and practice and give every child the best start in life.

The successful candidate will support the Centre by overseeing and managing our research programme goals, activities and timelines towards CHILD’s strategy and mission.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the CHILD management team, cross-disciplinary research team members, collaborators and stakeholders from across the early childhood sector.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and organise CHILD’s research programme to support its strategic direction and mission.
• Lead the development of research budgets for the CHILD programme and individual projects, including existing grants and future funding bids, such that the research and project work can be delivered efficiently and on time.
• Monitor research progress, and identify and implement project management interventions to keep research activities on track.
• Plan and monitor research design, data collection, data storage, documentation and reporting in line with the highest ethical standards and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements.
• Oversee project teams, staff allocation, budgeting and procurement processes to support programme productivity and continuity.
• Prepare and coordinate reports on programme progress for a variety of audiences.
• Regularly communicate with the CHILD management team and stakeholders, internal and external (e.g., relevant Government Ministries).

Qualifications

Qualifications: A Masters or PhD in Psychology/Behavioral Science/Developmental Psychology/Education/Public Health or any discipline related to child development.

Experience: Candidates with the following skills and experience are encouraged to apply:

• Minimum of five (5) years of project/programme management experience with the ability to juggle and complete multiple projects with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience supporting the full cycle of Institutional Review Board activities, from application, management, documentation and reporting for studies involving human participants.
• Ability to write, edit, and produce reports and other formal documents of communication.
• Ability to produce, manage and understand financial documents, particularly in the context of research grants.
• Successful management and coordination of research staff, including research assistants, students and interns.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and project management tools.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• A team player with an ability to work independently.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented.
• Keen interest in the area of early child development and passion for research translation and communication will be advantageous.

APPLICATION PROESS

Please submit your application, indicating current/expected salary, supported by a cover letter and detailed CV (including personal particulars, academic and employment history, and full contacts of three (3) referees to this NUS career portal.

The appointment title and salary grade will be commensurate with the candidates’ qualifications and experience. Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and full CV via the NUS careers portal. Applicants can email [e-mail] with any questions. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What Being Successful in the Role Looks Like: The successful candidate will work closely, collaboratively and competently as part of an interdisciplinary team within CHILD. They will have excellent writing, presentation, and project management skills. They can manage and lead team members and fits into, supports, and builds up CHILD’s open and positive work culture

About CHILD: The Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development or CHILD was established under the umbrella of the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine) with the Lien Foundation. In collaboration with partners – National University Hospital (NUH), the Centre for Evidence and Implementation (CEI) and A*STAR’s Institute for Human Development and Potential (IHDP), CHILD brings together experts in the field of translational research, child development, and implementation science to help give children the best start to life.