Strategic Lead, Data-AI-Compute Initiatives

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research

Singapore

On-site

SGD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A*STAR’s Digital Tech & Computing Cluster seeks an Assistant Director to shape and drive the Data-AI-Compute (DAC) research agenda within SERC. The role blends strategic foresight with active programme ownership, collaborating with ministries, institutes, and industry to translate AI research into national impact.

The officer will strategise and steer R&D initiatives in DAC technologies—AI, Data Science, digital trust, cybersecurity, digital twinning, modelling & simulations, and quantum

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or higher in Engineering, IT, Computer Science or related field.
  • Ability to think strategically and translate AI research into impact.
  • Strong written and verbal communication for decision-makers.

Responsibilities

  • Shape and drive the DAC research agenda within A*STAR and SERC.
  • Collaborate with ministries, agencies, RIs, and industry to translate AI research into economic and societal impact.
  • Lead programme ownership: planning, progress tracking, and resource alignment for AI, data, cybersecurity and quantum computing initiatives.
  • Develop technology foresight and masterplanning to align R&D investments with national priorities.
  • Coordinate proposals, reviews, and management of R&D programmes across institutes and partners.
  • Engage stakeholders to secure support and foster trusted partnerships.

Skills

Strategic thinking
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Proactive learning

Education

Engineering/IT/CS degree

Job description

A*STAR’s Digital Tech & Computing Cluster seeks an Assistant Director to shape and drive the Data-AI-Compute (DAC) research agenda within SERC. The role blends strategic foresight with active programme ownership, collaborating with ministries, institutes, and industry to translate AI research into national impact.

The officer will strategise and steer R&D initiatives in DAC technologies—AI, Data Science, digital trust, cybersecurity, digital twinning, modelling & simulations, and quantum

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