Senior Manager, Research Office (2 years contract)

National University Health System (NUHS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

National University Health System (NUHS) invites applications for a Senior Manager, Research Office on a 2-year contract. The role concentrates on the legal and operational management of research-related agreements to ensure compliance with institutional, ethical, and regulatory standards, supporting clinical research and innovation.

The successful candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field and possess extensive experience in drafting and reviewing complex agreements within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Science, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in drafting and reviewing research-related agreements.
• Prior experience in a healthcare, pharmaceutical/CRO, academic, or research environment.
• Strong knowledge of IP and commercialization is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Draft, review, negotiate, and execute Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), Research Collaboration Agreements (RCAs), Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), and Confidentiality Agreements.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as a liaison between researchers, sponsors, and legal counsel.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and manage risks related to IP, liability, and data sharing.
• Compliance: Ensure all agreements adhere to institutional policies, federal/state regulations, and funding agency requirements.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior staff on contract negotiation strategies.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract review

Stakeholder management

IP knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Education

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

Job description

Senior Manager, Research Office (2 years contract)

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Organising Institution / Firm

National University Health System (NUHS)

Rolling Basis (Official)

Not Specified

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Law, Business, Life Sciences or related field; At least 8 years of relevant experience in drafting and reviewing research-related agreements (healthcare, pharmaceutical/CRO, academic or research setting).

Contextual Overview

The National University Health System (NUHS) is seeking a Senior Manager for its Research Partnership & Innovation Office (PIO) on a 2-year contract. This role focuses on the legal and operational management of research-related agreements, ensuring compliance with institutional, ethical, and regulatory standards to support clinical research and innovation.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Science, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in drafting and reviewing research-related agreements.
• Prior experience in a healthcare, pharmaceutical/CRO, academic, or research environment.
• Strong knowledge of intellectual property (IP) and commercialization is an added advantage.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Contract Management: Draft, review, negotiate, and execute Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), Research Collaboration Agreements (RCAs), Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), and Confidentiality Agreements.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as a liaison between researchers, sponsors, and legal counsel.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and manage risks related to IP, liability, and data sharing.
• Compliance: Ensure all agreements adhere to institutional policies, federal/state regulations, and funding agency requirements.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior staff on contract negotiation strategies.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Mode: Full-time, 2-year contract.