Senior Assistant Director, Office of Research

SingHealth; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Singapore is looking for a Senior Assistant Director for the Office of Research. In this role, you will oversee the IACUC's operations and facilitate strategic collaborations, aligning the Group Research strategy with the national research agenda. Candidates must possess a postgraduate degree in Science and have at least 12 years of relevant experience, including 4 years in a managerial position. Strong communication skills and proficiency in software are essential.

Qualifications

• 12 years of relevant working experience, including 4 years of managerial experience.
• Prior experience as a researcher or in clinical/translational research.
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the IACUC.
• Supervise the IACUC secretariat function.
• Facilitate and formulate strategic collaborations.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication skills

Decision-making skills

Proficiency in software

Education

Postgraduate degree or Master’s in Science

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Assistant Director for the Office of Research to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and collaboration functions. This role involves supervising the IACUC secretariat function, as well as facilitating and formulating multi-institutional and strategic collaborations. Additionally, you will support and coordinate the alignment of the Group Research strategy with the development of the national research agenda and develop corresponding action plans.

Job Requirements

• Post graduate degree or Master’s in Science with at least 12 years of relevant working experience, including 4 years of managerial experience
• Prior working experience as a researcher or in a clinical/ translational research environment would be advantageous
• Good team player with strong communication and decision making skills
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software