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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are looking for a Scientific Partnership and Alliance Manager. The role would be to support the Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials (I-FIM) in new scientific initiatives with new or existing partners leading to answering grant calls, initiating new scientific consortiums and subsequent management of new scientific alliances.

The job scope will cover the following aspects:

Solicitation, networking and events

• Support the Director in reaching out to partners soliciting interest in partnerships
• Organise networking symposiums and discussion platforms
• Communicate with partners and align with partnership goals
• Match and track partnerships that lead to concrete projects

White paper

• Prepare white papers to launch new initiatives reaching out to partners soliciting interest in partnerships
• Discuss with research partners on contribution, requirements, deliverables and goals

Grantsmanship support, proposal crafting and post-award management

• Support Directors, PIs, and partners with proposal writing and collate preliminary data
• Work on references, editorial and proof reading
• Compile proposals with inputs on budget and CVs (working in partnership with I-FIM's research administrator)

Liaison with funding agencies and NUS Office of Deputy President for Research and Technology (ODPRT)

• Lead discussions with various funding agencies (Singapore and overseas) in securing funding for agreed research initiatives
• Collaborate with NUS and partners in setting up management framework of such research enterprise space
• Lead discussions on establishment of enterprise, space, budgetary matters, scope of research, deliverables and tracking

Management of partnerships that will involve agreements and resource planning

• Support Directors and PIs on agreements and documentation with partners (in collaboration with Admin Director)
• Work on resource planning and pledging on such agreements
• Work with NUS business office and legal counsels in crafting agreements
• Administer implementation of such agreements including reporting, invoicing, payments and cost recovery (where applicable)

Budget management and payment

• Oversee and regularly update equipment and maintenance budget and yearly procurement schedule to ensure timely utilization of allocated funds in every Financial Year of all external grant funding
• Ensure suppliers comply with terms and conditions and stick to committed delivery timelines. Engage with NUS procurement and legal teams on penalizing suppliers for extended delay in delivery.
• Perform grant virement as and when required

Project management

• Track performance of partnerships
• Write reports
• Joint conferences and symposiums
• Spring board to upscale enterprise and/or scope of alliances

Job Requirements

• PhD degree in Materials Science, Engineering or their equivalent from a reputable university
• Have at least 5 years of working experience in research administration and management
• Experience with grant writing and agreements
• Excellent command of English and communication skills
• Strong people skills

Job Description

The Signature Research Programme in Health Services & Systems Research (“HSSR”) in Duke-NUS Medical School is a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services. The programme’s focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world. The major research focus of HSSR is the organisation and delivery of health and social services in the context of an ageing population. The research methods include decision science and simulation modelling, survey research, qualitative research, health economics, and implementation science and evaluation. We are also developing a range of education activities for health care professionals including short courses, graduate certificates, Masters course and PhD programmes.

A Senior Research Fellow position is currently available, and the successful candidate will be expected to perform a variety of research activities which include but not limited to the following: -

• Build up an Implementation Science core in HSSR and Health Services Research Institute (“HSRI”)
• Bring in grants in collaboration with our collaborators.
• Support research activities relevant to the scope of HSSR and HSRI.
• Be responsible for project management.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein or as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Public Health or Health Services Research.
• Minimum 3 years of postdoctoral work experience.
• Prior experience in healthcare would be advantageous.
• Possess strong writing and critical thinking skills.
• Have excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
• Action-oriented, highly motivated, and target-focused.
• Able to work both independently and as a team player in a diverse workforce.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

A Programme Manager position is open at the Singapore Hybrid-Integrated Next-Generation μ-Electronics (SHINE) Centre of Professor Aaron Thean and within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS).

The candidate will have a leading role in managing the related research projects, reviewing, and monitoring the execution, leading all aspects of the communication with the involved industrial parties.
The candidate will also have responsibilities in the following areas:
1. Coordinate the setup of the Centre in close collaboration with its Directors and PIs.
2. The Programme Manager is expected to play a leadership role in ensuring a tightly integrated programme where appropriate research activities are clearly collaborative; and to monitor, supervise, and manage the various principal investigators and receive reports on their research projects and specifically to review the progress of the various research activities for their deliverables along pre-determined timelines and make necessary changes, when appropriate, to the programme to achieve the stated goals.
3. Monitor and report on usage of the grant, review, and report expenditure where appropriate.
4. Expected to assist and interact with all partners on reports such as mid-term review reports, annual programme reports, final programme report etc.,
5. Assist on scientific or technical review and shall provide an overall presentation at such reviews.
6. Managing the timeline and deliverables through the programme operations.
7. Interact with the technical teams and industry partners on visits regularly to engage with their home teams to ensure technology relevance.
8. Maintain fixed asset inventory and enforce high standard of document control and record keeping.

Prior experience with project management roles, exposure to different work environments, and a background on Electrical or Computer Engineering are highly valued.

Qualifications

1. Preferably a PhD degree from a reputable university, ideally in Electrical Engineering or related (e.g., Computer, Communication, or Information Engineering).
2. Knowledge and experience in managing projects and/or research programmes is highly valued, along with experience in different roles and functions.
3. Good interpersonal, communication and leadership skills are required along with good written and oral communication skills.
4. The candidate needs to have high tolerance for ambiguity and ability to work on multiple sub-projects simultaneously, ability to prepare/disclose/handle information of a confidential nature, as well as to work in a team and positive “can-do” attitude, as documented by prior work experience and reference letters.
5. Open to Fixed Term Contract.

Job Description

The Signature Research Programme in Health Services & Systems Research (“HSSR”) in Duke-NUS Medical School is a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services. The programme’s focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world. The major research focus of HSSR is the organisation and delivery of health and social services in the context of an ageing population.

The research methods include decision science and simulation modelling, survey research, qualitative research, health economics, and implementation science and evaluation. We are also developing a range of education activities for health care professionals including short courses, graduate certificates, Masters course and PhD programmes.

A Senior Research Fellow position is currently available, and the successful candidate will be expected to perform a variety of research activities which include but not limited to the following: -

• Build up an Implementation Science core in HSSR and Health Services Research Institute (“HSRI”).
• Bring in grants in collaboration with our collaborators.
• Support research activities relevant to the scope of HSSR and HSRI.
• Be responsible for project management.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein or as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Public Health or Health Services Research.
• Minimum 3 years of postdoctoral work experience.
• Prior experience in healthcare would be advantageous.
• Possess strong writing and critical thinking skills.
• Have excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
• Action-oriented, highly motivated, and target-focused.
• Able to work both independently and as a team player in a diverse workforce.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About ORMC

At Office of Risk Management and Compliance, we not only manage risks to build the University’s resilience but also help shape them into opportunities to empower the community.

We will continually support and partner with our stakeholders within the University to make this possible.

Job Description

The Assistant Manager (Research & Intelligence) will support the Enterprise Resilience – Research, Intelligence & Strategy (ERRIS) Unit by conducting research and providing timely and actionable intelligence to manage strategic risks and enhance the university's risk resilience. This role involves horizon scanning for emerging trends, threats, and opportunities, leveraging technology for data gathering and analysis, and supporting strategic risk management and operational tasks within the unit.

• Research & Intelligence Gathering and Reporting

-Conduct continuous horizon scanning to identify emerging trends, threats, and opportunities impacting the university's strategic objectives.

-Conduct topical research and deep dives, comprising data analysis and visualisation, to provide actionable intelligence for sharing with the management team

-Contribute to the development of risk insights reports and presentations based on research and intelligence to keep the management informed of developments to support enterprise resilience and strategic decision-making.

-Leverage technology and data analytics tools to gather and analyse relevant information.

• Strategic Risk Management

-Support the formulation and implementation of strategic risk management frameworks and processes, ensuring alignment with the university’s long-term objectives.

-Support strategic risk assessments and scenario planning exercises on the identification and management of potential risks.

-Collaborate with internal stakeholders to integrate strategic risk management practices across faculties, schools and administrative departments, fostering a proactive risk-aware culture.

• Operational Support

-Assist with operational tasks within the department, including processing of payment and procurement requests, and supporting the unit’s events.

-Support the implementation of risk awareness campaigns for the community

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in market research, intelligence gathering, or data analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends, preferably with past experience in handling big data.
• Proficient with data analytics tools and technology platforms.
• Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Dynamic, problem-solver and agile team player that can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

The Centre for Ageing Research and Education (CARE) is an academic research centre based in Duke-NUS Medical School. Drawing on its interdisciplinary expertise and collaborations across medical, social, psychological, economic and environmental perspectives, CARE conducts research on the social and medical determinants of successful ageing, and actively engages with government and industry partners to identify needs and strategies to enhance the experience of ageing in Singapore. CARE is a vibrant work place with individuals from diverse academic and personal backgrounds and range of interests, and we value the energy, passion and thought leadership of promising scholars who desire to achieve health, social inclusion and a high quality of life for older adults in Singapore.

In collaboration with ETH Zurich, the Singapore ETH Centre, and the Singapore Eye Research Institute, Duke-NUS Medical School is a partner in the “Future Health Technologies” research programme supported by the National Research Foundation, Singapore. Within this, CARE is implementing the “Assessment of Fall Risk and Fracture: Targeted Assessment and Recruitment of Geriatrics for Effective fall prevention Treatments” (TARGET) study, that aims to develop novel, scalable solutions for screening and assessing the risk of falls among older adults in Singapore. The study involves a baseline survey and home-based as well as clinic-based assessments among a national cohort of older adults, coupled with short quarterly follow-up interviews that collect data on falls post-baseline. We seek to hire a Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow to join the project.

The successful candidate will perform a variety of research activities including but not limited to the following:

• Undertake quantitative research using the TARGET study data, and write academic manuscripts for publication in high-impact scientific journals.
• Contribute to project progress reports and submissions to funding agencies and international collaborators.
• Develop and conduct workshops in quantitative research methods (at least 1 workshop per year).
• Contribute to grant applications and participate actively in CARE’s activities including seminars and workshops.
• Assist with CARE’s other initiatives where required.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Gerontology, Sociology, Epidemiology, Economics, Public Health, Public Policy, or other related disciplines.
• Prior research experience in the area of falls among older adults (such as epidemiology of falls, interventions to prevent falls) will be advantageous.
• Demonstrated skills and expertise in quantitative analysis.
• Possess excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Motivated, detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and with others in a multidisciplinary setting.

Job title, salaries and benefits will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and accomplishments.

Interested applicants should fill up the online application form and attach a CV, a cover letter of interest, and names and contact information of 3 academic referees. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Job Description

The Signature Research Programme in Health Services & Systems Research (“HSSR”) in Duke-NUS Medical School is a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services. The programme’s focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world. The major research focus of HSSR is the organisation and delivery of health and social services in the context of an ageing population. The research methods include decision science and simulation modelling, survey research, qualitative research, health economics, and implementation science and evaluation. We are also developing a range of education activities for health care professionals including short courses, graduate certificates, Masters course and PhD programmes.

A Senior Research Fellow position is currently available, and the successful candidate will be expected to perform a variety of research activities which include but not limited to the following: -

• Build up an Implementation Science core in HSSR and Health Services Research Institute (“HSRI”).
• Bring in grants in collaboration with our collaborators.
• Support research activities relevant to the scope of HSSR and HSRI.
• Be responsible for project management.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein or as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Public Health or Health Services Research.
• Minimum 3 years of postdoctoral work experience. Prior experience in healthcare would be advantageous.
• Possess strong writing and critical thinking skills.
• Have excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
• Action-oriented, highly motivated, and target-focused.
• Able to work both independently and as a team player in a diverse workforce.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Data Manager to oversee the development and use of data systems in ADVANcing Clinical Evidence in Infectious Diseases Network (ADVANCE-ID)

ADVANCE-ID is jointly funded by the Wellcome Trust and Singapore institutions including the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. The vision of the Network is to improve public health by developing the clinical evidence base for the prevention and treatment of drug-resistant infections. Its mission is to build and sustain a strategic clinical research network focussed on most efficiently delivering locally relevant interventions for drug-resistant infections.

The Network aims to improve and strengthen clinical research capabilities in the region by acting as a platform to develop good principles and practices. It will stabilise capacity and capabilities to mitigate inefficiencies in trial start-up phase and loss of skillset following study closure, as in typical trial setup. The Network will continuously develop its capabilities, quality and efficiency by learning from and collaborating with other clinical trial networks.

In the long term, the Network aims to support broader infectious disease studies by expanding geographically beyond its original starting point in South East Asia and collaborating with other networks around the world. It will function as an active network that involves patients in platform trials, allowing for rapid clinical research response in the event of an emerging infectious disease or pandemic threat.

The data manager should be a data expert with experience in clinical trial data management and will be working closely with both internal and external stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Data Governance: Establishing data governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity throughout the organization.
• Data Collection and Integration: Designing and implementing data collection methods and processes to gather relevant information from various sources.
• Database Management: Overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of databases to store and organize data efficiently. This includes database architecture, data modeling, indexing, and performance optimization
• Data Integration: Combining data from different sources into a single, unified dataset. This involves merging, consolidating, or linking data based on common data attributes or identifiers.

• Data Quality Assurance: Developing and implementing procedures for data validation,data cleansing, and data quality checks to ensure the accuracy, consistency, andcompleteness of data.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Collaborating with investigators to provide accurate andtimely data for analysis and reporting purposes.
• Data Strategy and Planning: Contributing to the development of data strategies androadmaps aligned with the organization's objectives.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with cross-functional teams, includingIT, analytics, and business units, to understand data requirements and ensure dataavailability.
• Compliance and Regulations: Keeping up-to-date with data protection regulations,industry best practices, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical trial data management
• Proficiency in data management tools, databases, and programming languagescommonly used in data management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• BSc or MSc in relevant field

At NUS Singapore, our people are the driving force behind our success. We pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive community of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.When you join NUS, you become part of a community of passionate individuals who are dedicated to driving innovation and change in education, research, and service. Our culture of inclusivity and entrepreneurship means that you’ll have the freedom to explore your ideas and make a meaningful impact. Your career at NUS is more than just a job - it’s a transformative experience that will shape your personal and professional growth.Explore the link provided to learn additional details about the available job opportunity:

https://career44.sapsf.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=24432&company=nationalunP2

At NUS Singapore, our people are the driving force behind our success. We pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive community of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.When you join NUS, you become part of a community of passionate individuals who are dedicated to driving innovation and change in education, research, and service. Our culture of inclusivity and entrepreneurship means that you’ll have the freedom to explore your ideas and make a meaningful impact. Your career at NUS is more than just a job - it’s a transformative experience that will shape your personal and professional growth.Explore the link provided to learn additional details about the available job opportunity:

https://career44.sapsf.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=24432&company=nationalunP2

At NUS Singapore, our people are the driving force behind our success. We pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive community of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.When you join NUS, you become part of a community of passionate individuals who are dedicated to driving innovation and change in education, research, and service. Our culture of inclusivity and entrepreneurship means that you’ll have the freedom to explore your ideas and make a meaningful impact. Your career at NUS is more than just a job - it’s a transformative experience that will shape your personal and professional growth.Explore the link provided to learn additional details about the available job opportunity:

https://career44.sapsf.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=24432&company=nationalunP2

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced clinical monitor to perform the study monitoring in ADVANcing Clinical Evidence in Infectious Diseases Network (ADVANCE ID). ADVANCE ID is jointly funded by the Wellcome Trust and Singapore institutions including the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. The vision of the Network is to improve public health by developing the clinical evidence base for the prevention and treatment of drug-resistant infections. Its mission is to build and sustain a strategic clinical research network focused on most efficiently delivering locally relevant interventions for drug-resistant infections.

The Network aims to improve and strengthen clinical research capabilities in the region by acting as a platform to develop good principles and practices. It will stabilise capacity and capabilities to mitigate inefficiencies in trial start-up phase and loss of skillset following study closure, as in typical trial setup. The Network will continuously develop its capabilities, quality and efficiency by learning from and collaborating with other clinical trial networks.

In the long term, the Network aims to support broader infectious disease studies by expanding geographically beyond its original starting point in South East Asia and collaborating with other networks around the world. It will function as an active network that involves patients in platform trials, allowing for rapid clinical research response in the event of an emerging infectious disease or pandemic threat.

The monitor should be able to supervise study sites and activities to ensure adherence to appropriate study protocols and applicable regulatory requirement terms of the study.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Conduct qualification visits (QV), site initiation visits (SIV), monitoring visits (MV) and termination visits (TV) at assigned clinical sites and generate visit reports.
• Monitor the progress of clinical study sites participating in a clinical study, and to assure the protocol is followed and data is reported accurately.
• Evaluate the quality and integrity of the reported data, site efficacy and investigational product (IP) management.
• Review the performance of the trial at designated sites, ensure the rights and well-being of human subjects are safeguarded and are in accordance with protocol.
• Develop patient recruitment strategies in conjunction with the clinical site to meet enrolment timelines, while also ensuring compliance with the approved standard operating procedures (SOPs), protocol/amendment(s), GCP, and the applicable regulatory requirement(s).
• Assure that adverse events are correctly documented and reported.
• Ensure proper transmission of clinical case data to the data management centers, review case reports questions and problems and clarify or obtain alterations to data as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Site Management or equivalent experience in clinical research, with understanding of clinical trials methodology and terminology.
• Ability to perform all clinical monitoring activities independently.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills within a matrixed team.
• Experience working in a self-driven capacity, with a sense of urgency and limited oversight.
• Good time management and ability to manage multiple tasks, evaluate a variety of unpredictable scenarios and achieve project timelines while being able to apply your understanding of study protocol(s).
• Strong computer skills, including but not limited to the knowledge of an electronic data capture systems (EDC), Electronic Trial Master File (eTMF), Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS), and MS-Office products such as Excel and Word.
• BSc or MSc in relevant field. A lower educational credential may be considered if candidate has ample monitoring experience.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Data Manager to oversee the development and use of data systems in ADVANcing Clinical Evidence in Infectious Diseases Network (ADVANCE-ID)

ADVANCE-ID is jointly funded by the Wellcome Trust and Singapore institutions including the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. The vision of the Network is to improve public health by developing the clinical evidence base for the prevention and treatment of drug-resistant infections. Its mission is to build and sustain a strategic clinical research network focussed on most efficiently delivering locally relevant interventions for drug-resistant infections.

The Network aims to improve and strengthen clinical research capabilities in the region by acting as a platform to develop good principles and practices. It will stabilise capacity and capabilities to mitigate inefficiencies in trial start-up phase and loss of skillset following study closure, as in typical trial setup. The Network will continuously develop its capabilities, quality and efficiency by learning from and collaborating with other clinical trial networks.

In the long term, the Network aims to support broader infectious disease studies by expanding geographically beyond its original starting point in South East Asia and collaborating with other networks around the world. It will function as an active network that involves patients in platform trials, allowing for rapid clinical research response in the event of an emerging infectious disease or pandemic threat.

The data manager should be a data expert with experience in clinical trial data management and will be working closely with both internal and external stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Data Governance: Establishing data governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity throughout the organization.
• Data Collection and Integration: Designing and implementing data collection methods and processes to gather relevant information from various sources.
• Database Management: Overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of databases to store and organize data efficiently. This includes database architecture, data modeling, indexing, and performance optimization
• Data Integration: Combining data from different sources into a single, unified dataset. This involves merging, consolidating, or linking data based on common data attributes or identifiers.

• Data Quality Assurance: Developing and implementing procedures for data validation,data cleansing, and data quality checks to ensure the accuracy, consistency, andcompleteness of data.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Collaborating with investigators to provide accurate andtimely data for analysis and reporting purposes.
• Data Strategy and Planning: Contributing to the development of data strategies androadmaps aligned with the organization's objectives.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with cross-functional teams, includingIT, analytics, and business units, to understand data requirements and ensure dataavailability.
• Compliance and Regulations: Keeping up-to-date with data protection regulations,industry best practices, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical trial data management
• Proficiency in data management tools, databases, and programming languagescommonly used in data management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• BSc or MSc in relevant field

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as an Assistant Manager/Senior Assistant Manager/Manager. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in managing the activities of the Centre, overseeing daily operations, managing projects, and coordinating various activities. Additionally, you will provide administrative support to the Centre Director, handling his calendar and travel management.

Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage the Centre Director's calendar, international travel arrangements, and expense claims.
- Monitor deadlines and assist the Centre Director with administrative matters.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Centre, including procurement, office management, task coordination, grant applications and budgeting, grant monitoring and reporting, and events management.
- Lead and manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
- Analyze data and provide insights to support decision-making processes.
- Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to optimize efficiency and productivity.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Business or related fields; Master's degree preferred.
- 5 to 10 years of experience in academic administration with a proven track record of success.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Adobe software.

**Preferred Skills:**
- Experience in the event management lifecycle.
- Proficiency in content design software.
- Familiarity with academic administration.
- Basic knowledge of scripting, website management, and coding is a plus.

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

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Head, Data Engineering and ArtificiaI Intelligence (AI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUSmed) is entrusted with a multifaceted role that involves shaping a long-term vision for harnessing the power of data across the 10 Translational Research Programs (TRPs) under the guidance of the Vice-Dean (Research). These programs encompass critical initiatives such as Assoc. Prof Jason Lee's Heat Resilience and Performance Centre, Prof Michael Chee's Centre for Sleep and Cognition, as well as numerous associated clinical trials.

A core aspect of this role revolves around the strategic architecture and leadership required to establish a robust Common Data Infrastructure for research cohorts. This infrastructure aims to achieve significant cost savings by streamlining data management processes, enforcing rigorous data governance and privacy compliance, and optimizing research efficiency throughout NUSmed. Moreover, this role is at the forefront of championing the adoption of cutting-edge AI and Machine Learning (ML) capabilities in the realms of healthcare and biomedical research. Notably, it places a strong emphasis on the application of core frontier technologies like Explainable AI (XAI) and Privacy Preserving Technology (PPTech) to drive rapid adoption in clinical settings, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the healthcare sector and extending its positive impact beyond. Furthermore, the Head actively fosters collaborative relationships with industry leaders, research institutions, healthcare clusters, and government bodies. These collaborations are instrumental in advancing interdisciplinary research, particularly in areas such as digital health and AI, where innovation and transformative breakthroughs are imperative. The Head is dedicated to the establishment of transformative training programs on incorporating computational methods to the medical fraternity. These programs are designed to equip researchers, medical students, and professionals with essential computational skills, empowering them to make ground-breaking discoveries and harness the full potential of machine learning for tangible, real-world impact.

Responsibilities include:
• Architect and lead the building of Common Data Infrastructure across research cohorts in NUSMed for computational efficiency, cost savings, data governance and setting the foundation for future exploitation (i.e. AI/ML capabilities)
• Establish cutting edge MLOps and LLMOps process flows to enable AI and ML to be applied at scale
• Lead programs to leverage on frontier technology to overcome obstacles in adoption of AI and ML in healthcare such as Explainable AI (XAI) and Privacy Preserving Technologies (PPTech)
• Lead and nurture engagement with important stakeholders in industry, research institutions, healthcare clusters and government
• Establish programs to advance interdisciplinary work between computational engineers with clinicians, as well as training programs on computational methods

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in a quantitative discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering or Applied Mathematics
• Certifications in cloud technology (e.g. AWS) and scrum methodology (e.g. CSM)
• Demonstrated leadership with a strategic vision for advancing data-driven initiatives and AI adoption in healthcare
• Expertise in data engineering, AI, ML and healthcare systems
• Proven track record of delivering large scale data platforms
• Experience leading and growing highly technical teams
• Proactive with strong problem-solving, negotiation and communication skills interface with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to foster collaboration between technical teams and healthcare professionals for impactful projects
• Strong focus on achieving measurable impact through strategic data and AI/ML application in healthcare