(Senior) Assistant Director, Biomedical Research Directorate

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research agency in Singapore is seeking a strategic and analytical professional for resource planning and policy development. This role involves managing resource allocation models and collaborating with various teams to assess budgetary needs. Candidates should have a degree in relevant disciplines and strong analytical skills. Opportunities for growth within the organization are available, promising a dynamic work environment focused on bio-sciences and health innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant disciplines required.
• Experience in research or strategic planning roles preferred.
• Strong analytical skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage resource allocation models.
• Collaborate with teams to assess budgetary needs.
• Analyze data for budgetary utilization trends.
• Drive improvements of organizational resource policies.
• Prepare reports and policy recommendations for leadership.
• Monitor performance indicators for BMRC.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in planning tools

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Public Policy, Business, Economics, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology

Postgraduate qualifications

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Biomedical Research Council (BMRC)’s mission is to advance the frontiers of bio-sciences and bio-innovations in strategic areas to improve human health and grow our economy. BMRC oversees the development of core research capabilities within A*STAR’s research entities, and actively promotes translational and cross-disciplinary research, and human capital development in the area of health and biomedical sciences.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join the Planning Directorate in BMRC. The role will provide a unique perspective of the strategic priorities of the organisation as well as the broader public service. We take a deep interest in developing our team and there will be opportunities to grow into new roles within the wider A*STAR community, as well as the public sector.

At the Resource Planning and Policy Division, we are looking for a strategic and analytical professional to support resource planning and policy development within BMRC. This role will allow the bridging of operational planning with strategic policy, and ensure optimal allocation of talent, funding, and infrastructure to maximize innovation and research productivity.

You are proactive and self-motivated, results-oriented, able to work independently and in a team setting, and possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage resource allocation models (and forecasting tools) for BMRC entities
• Collaborate with BMRC entities and cross-functional teams to assess current and future budgetary needs, while ensuring alignment of resource plans with strategic initiatives
• Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities in budgetary utilization to inform decision-making
• Support the creation, revision and drive improvements of organizational resource policies and processes
• Prepare reports, briefings, and policy recommendations for senior leadership
• Set, monitor and report performance and tracking indicators for BMRC and its research entities

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Public Policy, Business, Economics, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology or any related disciplines. Postgraduate qualifications would be an advantage.
• Working experience in either research, strategic/ corporate planning or related administration/operational analysis roles.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in planning tools and data visualization e.g. Excel, Power BI, or similar would be an advantage
• Good organisation acumen, excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage leadership, internal and external stakeholders as well as researchers
• Dynamic and self-motivated individual who is a big-picture thinker and values integrity, teamwork and excellence
• Meticulous, well-organised, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task
• High learning ability, agility and adaptability
• Previous experience in managing small teams would be a plus