Research Executive, Regional R&D (JLPT N2 / Informatics)

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled R&D Manager to lead technology development in the Asia Pacific region. This role focuses on advancing digital medical care through innovative AI and data science solutions. The successful candidate will manage regional R&D activities, collaborate with various partners, and support the establishment of a new R&D center. If you are passionate about technology and eager to drive impactful projects in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team committed to transforming the healthcare landscape through cutting-edge research and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in digital and AI-related fields with proven leadership skills.
• Strong analytic capabilities to interpret complex market data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct R&D on medical data science and AI technologies.
• Promote collaboration with partners for technology acquisition.
• Support the Head of R&D center in cross-organizational activities.

Skills

Analytic Skills

Planning Skills

Team Leadership

Digital Transformation

AI Technology

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree

Informatics Degree

Tools

Data Analysis Technologies

Machine Learning

Job description

Experienced working in Japanese company

JLPT N2 and above to liaise with Japan HQ

Key Job Purposes :

Management of the assigned regional R&D activities pursuing the strategy set by corporate R&D headquarter in Japan – achieving technology strategy (incl. technology acquire/scouting, KOL network and identification of regional requirement for Diagnostics business and/or R&D), and especially to plan and practice to promote specific R&D activity and technology acquisition.

Key activities include acquisition of technologies represented by AI technology and digital technology, building relationships with technology partners as R&D networking, and support for projects including assistant the head of the new R&D center in the AP (including the project organized by Sysmex Corporation).

Job Responsibilities:

1. Technology development -
   Conduct research and development on elemental technologies (medical data science including AI) to realize digital medical care and acquire technology. (Utilizing data analysis technologies such as model construction and machine learning for medical data, digital medical care.)
   
   • Based on the annual plan and/or strategies, to develop the elemental technology regarding AI, Medical Digital Transformation and Data Science in collaboration with regional partners.
   • Review the research and development status and revise and propose updated plan for development the elemental technology.
   • Lead development of the proof-of-concept model (concept application) to accelerate the regional R&D activities.
2. Research Activity
   Search for regional needs in digital and other areas in the Asia Pacific (AP) region, and input information to corporate R&D headquarter for formulating technology and business strategies.
   
   • Plan/update a master plan for research activity.
   • Analyze technology trend and market information for gaps, product positioning and strategy development.
3. Collaboration Activity
   Promote collaboration with various partners (companies, academia, medical institutions, etc.) in elemental technology acquisition activities.
   
   • Develop and maintain technological/business relations with key opinion leaders and various scientists in top academia, medical institute, private hospitals, healthcare, government institutions, diagnostic lab chains and other related start-ups.
   • Drive the co-creation in collaboration with the above partners and execute specific R&D themes.
4. Organization Support
   Assist the Head of the new R&D center in the AP to support cross-organizational activities.
   
   • Support with the Head in terms of building organization
   • Work closely with the related departments (not only Technology Strategy but also R&D divisions and business divisions).

Job Requirements :

• Minimum Bachelor of Science Degree, Informatics Degree
• Multiple years of development experience in the fields related to informatics such as digital (Dx) and AI
• Work experience in a position to lead members while giving instructions in a small team
• Proven analytic skills with ability to understand complex market & product data to produce sound business recommendations
• Ability to analyze & prioritize opportunities and generate proposals further decision-making
• High level of planning and execution skills

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