Senior Executive, Research Grant Administration

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Singapore seeks a Senior Executive, Research Grant Administration. The role involves providing administrative support throughout the research grant lifecycle, advising faculty, and ensuring smooth grant operations. Ideal candidates will have a degree with 3+ years experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in a higher education setting.
• Familiarity with social science research and research grant processes.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Support the full lifecycle of research grants (pre- and post-award).
• Advise on grant budgets and assist with faculty queries.
• Prepare research-related reports and maintain communications.

Skills

Administrative skills

Reporting

Financial tracking

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is ranked 4th globally and 1st in Asia for media and communication studies, according to the latest QS World University Rankings. To support our research excellence, we are looking for a Senior Executive, Research Grant Administration, to join our Research Office. In this role, you will provide administrative support for research grant processes, assist faculty and research staff with grant-related matters, and help ensure smooth operations of research activities. You will also contribute to reporting, communications, and event coordination to promote research within the school.

Responsibilities

• Support the full lifecycle of research grants (pre- and post-award)
• Disseminate grant opportunities and coordinate applications
• Advise on grant budgets and compliance
• Monitor project budgets and facilitate grant variations and reporting
• Assist faculty and research staff with grant-related queries and processes
• Review and approve claims, and track research-related assets and expenditures
• Prepare research-related reports and statistics for internal reporting
• Maintain research communications, including website updates and weekly newsletters
• Support research outreach through events, posters, and the WKWSCI Speaker Series
• Assist with other administrative tasks as assigned

Requirements

• A degree with at least 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a higher education setting
• Familiarity with social science research and research grant processes
• Strong administrative, reporting, and financial tracking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications and digital content management
• Detail-oriented, organised, and able to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a service-oriented mindset
• Able to work independently and collaboratively

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.