Senior Assistant Manager, Research Office.

National University Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health institution in Singapore is seeking a Senior Assistant Manager for its Research Office. This role focuses on drafting and negotiating research-related contracts to support clinical research and collaborations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 3-6 years of relevant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills. This is a contract position with potential for renewal.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in drafting and reviewing research-related agreements.
• Good understanding of local regulations and legal frameworks.
• IP knowledge will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely execution of contracts for research or clinical projects.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders on terms and regulatory needs.
• Contribute to streamlining contract workflows.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Law, Business, or Life Sciences

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Senior Assistant Manager, Research Office.

Job ID: 8886

Job Function: Administration

Institution: National University Health System

Overview

As part of the Innovation Transfer Office (ITO) this position plays a key role in advancing National University Health System (NUHS) mission of improving lives through clinical care, research innovation and strategic collaboration. He/She will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating and executing a wide range of research-related contracts (eg CTAs, RCAs, MTAs etc) to enable and support high-quality clinical research and innovation partnerships while safeguarding NUHS’ interests. This is a contract role with the possibility of renewal.

Responsibilities

• To ensure timely execution of contracts to support research or clinical projects in compliance with institutional policy and national guidelines;
• To liaise with internal stakeholders (eg legal, compliance) to align on terms and regulatory requirements;
• To contribute to streamlining of contract workflow, templates for better turnaround time;
• To resolve and manage escalated issues with fairness and tact without jeopardizing institutional policies;
• To ensure appropriate risk assessment and mitigation strategies;
• To guide and mentor junior executives and managers for more effective solutions in contract negotiations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Law, Business, Life Sciences or related field.
• 3-6 years of relevant experience in drafting and review research-related agreements preferably within a healthcare, pharmaceutical/CRO, academic or research setting.
• IP knowledge will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of local regulations and legal frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent team player
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Able to work in a complex organizational environment, with a need to balance expectations of multiple stakeholders
• Proficient in I.T. systems and MS Office applications.