Senior Assistant Director, Office of Research

Singapore Health Services Pte Ltd (SingHealth HQ); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services organization in Singapore is looking for a Senior Assistant Director for the Office of Research. This role involves overseeing the operations of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) and facilitating strategic collaborations. Candidates should possess a postgraduate degree in Science and have over 12 years of relevant experience, including 4 years in a managerial position. Strong communication skills and proficiency in various software are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• At least 12 years of relevant working experience.
• 4 years of managerial experience.
• Prior experience in research or clinical/translational research is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
• Supervise the IACUC secretariat function.
• Facilitate strategic collaborations aligned with the Group Research strategy.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication skills

Decision making skills

Education

Post graduate degree or Master’s in Science

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Presentation software

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