Senior Executive (Research Administration)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Singapore is looking for a candidate to oversee grant administration and support researchers in managing grant cycles and agreements. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor degree and have experience in administration roles within the educational or research sectors. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor degree.
• Preferably 2+ years in an administrative role within academic, research or healthcare.
• Experience in research administration or grant management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advise researchers on grant guidelines and requirements.
• Support researchers throughout the grant cycle.
• Draft, review, negotiate and execute research agreements.
• Provide ethics reviews and organise DERC meetings.
• Report research metrics for the School and researchers.

Skills

Effective problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Initiative to learn

Education

Bachelor degree from a recognised institution

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal.

Your application will be processed only if you apply via the NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Grant Administration

• Advises researchers on grant guidelines and requirements.
• Provides administration support to researchers throughout the entire grant cycle: grant application, grant awarding, budget and expenses tracking, reporting of project status and project closure.
• Acts as the point of contact between researchers and various administration departments to support the management of research projects.
• Manages grant calls and serves as liaison to funding agencies.

Research Agreement

• Supports researchers to draft, review, negotiate and execute research agreements, working closely with researchers, collaborators and internal and external legal offices.

Departmental Ethics Review Committee (DERC) Secretariat

• Provides ethics review by reviewing applications, communicating feedback, and reviewing amendments to processing review outcomes.
• Organises DERC meetings and keeps records of DERC reviews and outcomes.

Research Office

• Organises research seminars and meetings.
• Reports research metrics for the School and researchers.

Qualifications

• Applicants are expected to have at least a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution.
• Preferably with at least 2 years of experience in an administrative position within academic, research or healthcare sector.
• Candidates with experience in research administration, grant management, agreement review, research ethics, research compliance or database management will be at an advantage.
• A team player with effective problem‑solving skills and excellent communication skills to perform well in a fast‑paced environment.
• Able to take initiative to learn on the job and manage various responsibilities.