Research Grants & Administration Specialist

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore invites applications for an administrative support role within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The position focuses on grant life-cycle administration, research coordination and outreach, and departmental procurement.

You will act as a primary interface among funding agencies, academic staff, external partners, and University offices to ensure accurate records, timely submissions, policy compliance and effective stakeholder

Qualifications

• At least a recognised diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Fresh graduates welcome; relevant experience in research or administration would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong written communication and ability to collate and summarise information clearly.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Meticulous, organised and able to follow through on tasks and deadlines.
• Independent, resourceful with good interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills.
• Background in science or engineering is an advantage.
• Open to fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• Administer research projects including grant proposal submissions and lifecycle reports.
• Support planning and execution of research outreach activities and liaise with industry partners.
• Draft and maintain documentation on the activities and achievements of CEE's research clusters.
• Prepare outreach materials such as presentations, videos and seminars.
• Manage Training Employment Pass (TEP) matters for visiting personnel and coordinate with HR and other offices.
• Coordinate with investigators and offices to ensure timely action and compliance.
• Assist with routine departmental procurement processes.

Skills

Strong written communication

Attention to detail

Meticulous

Organized

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for an administrative support role within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The position focuses on grant life-cycle administration, research coordination and outreach, and departmental procurement.

You will act as a primary interface among funding agencies, academic staff, external partners, and University offices to ensure accurate records, timely submissions, policy compliance and effective stakeholder