Senior Research Grants Manager

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Administration Manager at Duke-NUS Medical School, collaborating with faculty and administration to oversee governance of research funding and grant compliance.

You will lead a small team, coordinate pre- and post-award activities, generate management reports, and drive process improvements across departments to ensure timely and compliant grant delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in research administration, with at least 1 year in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Able to prioritise, multi-task and supervise staff.
• Familiar with local funding policies, terms and conditions.
• Meticulous, well-organised, and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Manage external research funding awarded to the School, ensuring governance and competitiveness.
• Oversee pre- and post-award administration for grants and agreements in compliance with funder requirements and policies.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects and follow through on issues in a timely manner.
• Establish relationships with funders and be well-versed in various funders' grant policies.
• Supervise and coordinate work within the team and ensure deadlines are met.
• Develop and implement robust work processes, SOPs, and guidelines for grant administration.
• Liaise with external funders and internal departments on grant-related matters and issue resolution.
• Generate reports for management and undertake cross-departmental tasks under the Office of Research.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

People management

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

The National University of Singapore invites applications for a Research Administration Manager at Duke-NUS Medical School, collaborating with faculty and administration to oversee governance of research funding and grant compliance.

You will lead a small team, coordinate pre- and post-award activities, generate management reports, and drive process improvements across departments to ensure timely and compliant grant delivery.