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Position: Senior Research Project Manager, Office of the Chief Scientific Officer

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Hybrid

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you’ll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manage initial development/growth of clinical and translational research system infrastructure at Boston Medical Center. Initial responsibilities will include focus on Boston-HEALHS (Boston Health Equity & community-Aligned Learning Health System), a program funded by a P30 Center grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) and will include oversight of other grant funded staff in establishing a management structure for the three cores that make up the center.

Work closely with the Director of Clinical and Translational Research and Chief Scientific Officer to implement and oversee system-wide structures for support and coordination of research activities across a large academic safety-net institution. This will include developing/implementing two centralized cores: 1) a scientific methods core that will be developed in conjunction with Boston-HEALHS, 2) a scientific writing core.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Staff Management

• Responsible for effective personnel management including participating in hiring, training, directing, mentoring and instilling a commitment to quality and excellence. 
• Maintains effective and appropriate staffing by monitoring employee turnover, overtime, and absenteeism. Coordinates/maintains monthly schedule for department coverage.  Submit weekly timesheets. Tracks overtime, absenteeism, hours worked, leaves and vacation/sick time for the Department. 
• Monitors productivity and performance to identify and evaluate strengths and training opportunities; implements quality improvement efforts. Encourages growth and development.
• Conducts employee performance evaluations and disciplines when appropriate to include termination, with appropriate supportive documentation as per established institutional policy.

Operations Management

• Interacts with sponsors, including AHRQ and PCORI. Interfaces with IRB and drafts IRB protocols, amendments, continuing reviews, etc.
• Develops, interprets and implements standards, procedures, policies, and protocols for research studies and for the implementation of core services. Serves as the Center’s expert regarding policy and/or regulatory questions.
• Creates systems for intake of requests to use core services, processes to assign requests to the appropriate team member, and track metrics of throughput that can be used for continuous quality improvement.
• Ensures day-to-day activities of BMC cores are running smoothly and supports this efficiency and effectiveness. Creates and reports on metrics related to the Core’s efficiency and effectiveness

Finance Administration

• Manage the financial obligations of BOSTON HEALHS (cash flow, balance projections, etc.). Monitor all grant expenditures and disbursements for adherence to budget guidelines and award notices.
• Participates in grant renewal processes. Prepare, administer, and ensure timely grant submissions.  Assist investigators in developing and preparing grant proposals, including drafting, editing, and preparing back-up data documentation for the submission.

Project Management

• Plan agenda and facilitate weekly project operational meetings and ensure that minutes are taken, edited, and distributed.
• Write, edit, and prepare manuscripts and presentations for publication of scientific results.
• Collaborate with research staff in writing content for the Research Matters newsletter.
• Prepare substantive aspects of research grant proposals, progress reports, and IRB applications, especially literature and database searches, and assist with conducting analyses for various other projects.

The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job.  The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree required in a relevant field

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of five (preferably seven +) years of experience in managing a complex, multi-faceted program, including fiscal oversight.  Minimum of two years of personnel leadership experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSA):

• Leadership ability to guide, direct, and mentor staff.
• Must have experience in research, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant applications.
• Must be highly organized, detail oriented with a professional demeanor
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Positive and flexible attitude with excellent interpersonal skills is essential.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience working with computer systems, including Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with web applications and relational databases and knowledge of SQL, HTML, PHP, or similar languages strongly desirable.

This position is funded by a 5 year grant. There may be opportunity beyond this grant funding for position integration into ongoing operations.

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base.
• Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Role and Responsibilities

                                                                                                         

Are you looking for a work environment where you can innovate, reach greater heights, and collaborate with experts from a wide range of sectors? You want to join a world class company and industry leader on projects that you would be proud to contribute to? Come share your passion with us!

 

At CAE, our learning organization is creative and has considerable knowledge. Sounds like you? That’s why we need your expertise and passion to complete our team!

The role we are offering you:

Reports into the Chief Learning Officer, Commercial Aviation Solutions, where you will be leading the development, maintenance, preparation for implementation, and the measurement of CAE’s Commercial Pilot Training programs..

 

More specifically, you will:

• Direct the development and maintenance of CAE’s Commercial aviation training programs, including curriculum analysis, design, implementation preparation, and evaluation.

• Develop the policy procedures and processes necessary for the effective development and maintenance of training program design and evaluation. This includes the responsibility to continually monitor the need for new training programs and changes to existing programs that are driven by changes in regulation, feedback, and data analysis.

• Be responsible for the production and interpretation of regular training effectiveness data reports of the Commercial pilot training curriculums.

• Direct the process required to produce the artifacts required for the regulatory approval of Commercial pilot training programs.

• Be responsible for the oversight of the Management of Change process required for the introduction of new or revised training requirements.

• Guide the responsible use of Generative AI technology in the design and analysis of training programs.

• Maintain an awareness of the latest developments in all relevant training program and courseware development methodologies and technologies, through participation in appropriate workshops, conferences, and courses.

• Serve as an expert resource and consultant on instructional design issues and concerns for other training management personnel engaged in program development, revision, and improvement.

• Provide operator training consulting services, where you can be accepted as a peer of commercial operator training management personnel.

Our ideal candidate has:

• 12+ years of experience required in pilot training programs delivery and design.

• Holds or has held a Commercial Pilot Type and Instructor rating.

• Is an experienced Senior Manager, having previously led teams of managers.

• The knowledge and experience in the design and deployment of CBTA programs for pilots.

• The knowledge and experience in the application of Safety Management Systems thinking to training programs design.

• The ability to think strategically while also seeing things through with flawless execution.

• Strong analytic and diagnostic skills, and a data-driven approach to training program design.

• Demonstrated ability to influence and obtain buy-in from stakeholders at multiple levels of an organization.

• The ability to effectively manage costs and tight deadlines independently and within a team environment.

CAE offers:

• a dynamic and innovative environment

• attractive employee benefits

• an environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued.

• flexible schedules

• the opportunity to travel internationally

• the opportunity to work on a variety of proejcts on a multidisciplinary team

Come share your passion with us!

With over 13,000 employees located in 40 countries, CAE is a global leader in training for the civil aviation, defence and security, and healthcare markets. To learn more: www.cae.com

Job location: Based in Montreal or any other CAE location.

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Position Type

                                                                                         

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. With no exception.

As captured in our overarching value "One CAE", we’re proud to work as one passionate, boundaryless and inclusive team.

At CAE, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity or age.

Job Description:

Baptist Health is looking for a Director, Research Operations to join our team in Louisville, KY

The Director of Operations serves as the administrative lead with accountability for sponsored and investigator-initiated research activities across Baptist Health System.  The Director of Operations technical expertise, collaborative leadership in the ongoing development of research including integrity of operational processes (both administrative and clinical), operations budgets, human resources, regulatory compliance, and standardization of operational activities. The Director of Operations will lead the Research Managers to ensure efficient day-to-day operations and strong financial performance.  Success in this position will be evidenced by the achievement of patient-centered service excellence, standardization of operations, continued programmatic research growth, strong financial results, and investigator engagement. Consistent with the mission and vision of Baptist Health, Baptist Health Research will be known for exceptional clinical trial management and high-quality outcomes.  The Director of Operations is expected to create a culture that is committed to customer service, personal accountability, and regulatory compliance.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

• Master's in health administration, nursing or business administration required.

• Bachelor's in health science or nursing with 3-5 years of research expertise, may be substituted for advanced degree.

• Minimum of five years leadership experience in a healthcare setting.

• Licensure/Certification:  CCRP, ACRP-CP, CCRC, CHRC, or other research certification or credentialed within 2 years of hire date.

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for overseeing two or more domestic and/or international research projects under the direction of senior managers/directors and Principal Investigators. The Research Project Manager will be responsible for the management of all aspects of one or more NIH-funded studies that will be implemented within Boston Medical Center’s (BMC), Office Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT) Program, the largest addiction treatment program of its kind in New England. The Research Project Manager will oversee and participate in implementing a hybrid effectiveness implementation trial to compare office-based methadone (novel in this setting) and office-based buprenorphine (treatment as usual) within BMC’s OBAT Clinic. BMC is one of five sites involved in this research as part of NIDA’s Clinical Trials Network. The Research Project Manager will also support the closedown and analysis phase of the HEALing Communities Study, a large-scale, multi-site trial with the goal of reducing opioid overdose deaths. The Research Project Manager responsibilities will include working with the study team to develop study protocols, assessment instruments, and Institutional Review Board protocols; coordinating with multiple study partners (e.g., lead team for methadone trial, HEAL stakeholders); leading team meetings, and participating in national meetings as BMC representative; monitoring study implementation; ensuring study recruitment goals are met; conducting recruitment, screening, informed consent and research assessments with study participants; working with OBAT clinical team to meet study goals while ensuring minimal disruption to clinical care; tracking study retention and ensuring minimal loss to follow up; performing quality assurance checks; assisting with manuscripts and presentations; ensuring compliance with reporting to NIH; and coordinating new grant applications. The Project Manager will monitor budgets and spending and coordinate contracts with independent consults and subcontractors. The Project Manager will also be responsible for supervising and mentoring any research support staff working on a full time, part time, or temporary basis.

Position: Research Project Manager        

Department: General Internal Medicine

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

The Research Project Manager (PM) is responsible for leading research projects to satisfy a defined goal or scientific objective. Duties include the following:

Project Management

• Coordinates and facilitates the research project management life cycle, including initiation, development, and implementation of various complex experimentation projects.
• Responsible for scoping, coordinating early research activities, training research staff, and managing the completion of investigational forms.
• Coordinates research teams, and manages research project timelines, to ensure research trials or milestones are completed within the specified and in line with annual objectives.
• Meets regularly with stakeholders, including research staff, clients and study teams, to collect and communicate business and research requirements, and set expectations for research-related work.
• Responsible for the completion of both research and project management deliverables, including project plans and research schedules, competitive intelligence reports, progress reports and investigational applications.
• Participate in and oversee dissemination of study findings to local and national audiences.

Research Management

• Works with Director of Research and Principal Investigators to select the most appropriate methodology and techniques for facilitating the research.
• Responsible for producing qualitative and quantitative research plans, designing research questionnaires and moderator guides.
• Works with research teams (on site and/or off-site), and the project and research directors, to coordinate fieldwork initiatives, and conduct pre-research and post-research analyses and evaluations.
• Works with research team to facilitate & ensure protocol adherence, quality assurance and HIPAA compliance.
• Collects data, summarizes and interprets research data.
• Collaborates with Director of Research and Principal Investigators to author journal articles and to present findings at research seminars, study groups and conferences.

Staff Management

• Supervise support staff (e.g., Research Assistants), including training, delegating tasks, overseeing daily activities, mentoring, guiding through demonstration of best practices and offering opportunities for professional development.
• Prepares performance evaluations, submits timesheets; responsible for hiring, disciplining and processing terminations in accordance with established polices.
• Schedules and facilitates staff meetings. Plans agenda and ensures that minutes are taken, edited and distributed.

Administrative Duties

• Manages purchasing, invoices and accounts payable for the department.  Assists with monitoring expenses, facilitating contracts, ordering materials and documenting all approved variances.
• Liaisons with Institutional Review Board (IRB) for submissions, correspondence, and regulatory binders, including administrative amendments.
• Assists with development and writing of proposals to obtain funding for ongoing and future research activities.
• Perform administrative duties associated with the study’s Data Monitoring and Safety Board, tracking and reporting adverse events and collecting data specified by the DMSB. Responsible for all other administrative duties related to research activities.

Other duties

• Complete all training required by BMC IRB, central IRBs, NIH, and NIDA Clinical Trials Network
• Conduct recruitment, screening, enrollment, informed consent, research assessments, follow up and tracking for study participants (responsible for managing own participant case load)
• Coordinate with clinicians and program leaders across BMC programs to ensure recruitment goals are met
• Program research tools using software (e.g., REDCap) to program required assessments and tools
• Performs other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree in related field (may consider candidates with Bachelor’s degree who have at least 6 years directly related research and/or clinical experience).

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of three years’ experience in research public health, health care administration and/or related field, including experience managing projects and operations.    
• 1 year of supervisory experience
• Experience working directly with diverse, underserved, and vulnerable populations
• Clinical trial experience strongly preferred
• Experience with Institutional Review Boards and human subjects research ethical standards strongly preferred
• Experience with or strong interest in addiction medicine

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented, have exceptional oral communications and writing skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management, including budgeting, planning, execution, delivery, quality assurance, and reporting.
• Understanding of clinical research and trial implementation including ethical conduct of human subjects research
• Experience in data analysis and manuscript preparation is helpful.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Power Point, and Excel is essential. 
• Must be a proactive problem solver with superb planning, program coordination, and leadership skills.

Only applications that include a cover letter will be considered. Please also include a recent writing sample.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 02/05/2024

CLOSING DATE: 05/05/2024 AT 12:00AM MIDNIGHT

SALARY: $15.00 - $30.80.00 Hourly

CLASS DESCRIPTION

The Forest Preschool provides children with a first school experience that is playful, explorative, and immersed in nature! The Forest Preschool director is an administrative role which oversees the direction and supervision of the Forest Preschool in accordance with Carrie Murray Nature Center’s strategic goals, education frameworks, standards, practices, and policies. Specifically, they are responsible for the coordination and oversight of all curriculum and program development, licensing and risk management, marketing and registration, staff hiring and supervision, program evaluation and budget management for the program they direct.

Position reports to Director of Carrie Murray Nature Center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee and manage operations of a successful nature preschool, meeting Carrie Murray Nature Center’s early education goals and objectives for forest preschools as well as attending to the needs of children and families in the school community.
• Develop and steward a sense of community, belonging, and connection to nature in the preschool.
• Create and maintain a healthy, safe, and positive environment for children utilizing nature as the organizing principal for all learning.
• Ensure the indoor and outdoor learning environments are in good condition to support safe, engaging, rich in experience, and positive child development.
• Develop and manage annual preschool operating budget with attention to flexibility in enrollment and costs.
• Responsible and accountable to all Forest Preschool and Carrie Murray Nature Center’s safety policies and guidelines to manage risk.
• Responsible for compliance and implementation of all Maryland State of Education licensed childcare regulations and guidelines, including preparation for re-licensing paperwork and visits, secure maintenance of student files.
• Observe and document children’s progress in the areas of their social, emotional, physical, creative, and cognitive skills and communicate with families about their child’s abilities and goals.
• Work collaboratively with Carrie Murray Nature Center naturalist staff to ensure the operations of the preschool are in alignment with the ongoing operations of the greater Nature Center.
• Maintain the built and natural environment so that it is safe, welcoming and an enriching environment for childhood development and learning.
• Hire, train, manage, supervise and provide ongoing professional development for all preschool program staff and volunteers.
• Maintain clear communication with the teaching staff and ensure that curriculum and instruction is highest quality, meets early education standards and outcomes, and is inclusive and culturally responsive.
• Communicate and work cooperatively with the Forest Preschool education staff to accomplish program goals.
• Conduct monthly or bi-monthly teacher observations. 
• Plan and offer Professional Development seminars to Forest Preschool staff in the school and in collaboration with other Forest Preschool Directors.
• Determine the work schedule of the school and arrange substitute educators when necessary.
• Communicate with families about their child’s development and daily learning and play experiences including working with teaching staff to plan and conduct parent/teacher conferences.
• Responsible for engaging parents/caregivers in conversations about children’s challenging behaviors and collaborate with Lead Teachers to plan meetings with families to explore appropriate strategies, interventions and possible collaboration with outside consultants. 
• Develop and facilitate family events and engagement programs.
• Responsible for outreach and communication between families, community partners, and state agencies and will be the lead voice for the school in the community where the preschool is located.
• Work collaboratively with Baltimore City Recreation and Park’s marketing department to develop school marketing materials and any other publications or press that represent early education at Forest Preschool.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Work with nature-based early childhood education colleagues and attend education and preschool meetings as required.
• Develop and facilitate teacher training opportunities.
• Attend monthly Nature Preschool Director professional learning community meetings.
• Serve on the Education leadership team (i.e., field trips, summer camp, community programs)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Must have and have a minimum of 3-5 years directing a preschool, and at least 5 years of experience teaching children, ages 2-5 years old.
• Previous management experience including staff recruitment, hiring, supervision and design of ongoing professional development is required. Additional qualifications include.
• Must hold or be working towards Early Education and Care Director licensure.
• Must possess current MSDE-required credential to be an administrator. This includes the 45 Director and Administrator Training
• Current Emergency First Aid and Child CPR certificate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Should be familiar with child-led approaches and philosophies that support holistic learning environments.
• Should understand how to oversee, create, and execute an emergent curriculum that meets the standards for the Maryland State Department of Education.
• Is familiar with Maryland State Department of Education’s licensure of childcare centers.
• Working knowledge of local flora, fauna, and seasonal changes is a plus!
• Demonstrates working knowledge of hazards and risk assessment as related to the environments of young children.
• Exceptional management of preschool operations.
• Exceptional management and high level of engagement of preschool staff and volunteers.
• Exceptional teaching of Nature-based/Forest Preschool Program.
• Excellent writing and communication skills and ability to work cooperatively and independently. 
• Interest and/or experience in nature-based, emergent and anti-bias teaching in early childhood education. 
• Passion for the natural world and deep commitment to developing early childhood learning experiences in, about, and for nature.
• Demonstrated ability to promote and respect diversity of ethnic, cultural, linguistic backgrounds and, physical and mental abilities.
• Demonstrated skills and commitment to helping others grow in the understanding, relationship, and concern for the environment.

NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

APPLYING:

The position of Forest Preschool Director will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should submit a Baltimore city Employment application and resume, including program responsibility and other significant factors as outlined in this announcement. Candidates with relevant experience will be invited to an interview.

BALTIMORE CITY AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Description:

About Brown:

The Research Partnership for Professional Learning (RPPL) is a partnership that brings together professional learning (PL) organizations and researchers from the Annenberg Institute who study teacher learning. RPPL’s central goal is to rethink how we learn about teacher PL, shifting from studies that explore whether a specific program works to a broader learning agenda designed to identify which PL design features improve teachers’ instructional practice and, as a result, students’ classroom experiences, well-being, and academic growth. RPPL centers equity in its work, focusing in particular on supporting the learning of teachers who work with students from historically marginalized groups.

Guided by our learning agenda, RPPL seeks to:

• Uplift the current evidence base

• Generate faster and better research on PL

• Create the research and collaborative infrastructure so we can get that better research into practice in thousands of districts, schools, and PL orgs across the nation

• Change who sets the research agenda

Responsibilities:

The Annenberg Institute is seeking a Research Project Manager to work with the faculty Principal Investigators (PIs) of the Annenberg Institute, professors of Education, partner organizations, and members of the Annenberg Institute RPPL project team to support and collaborate on RPPL research projects. The Research Project Manager will support these research projects by engaging in data collection and analysis efforts, managing research studies, and writing academic papers and policy reports. Major responsibilities include helping design and implement original research with one or more partners; conducting data analysis; and supporting faculty and affiliates in writing, proofreading and editing academic papers and presentations, policy reports, and grants. This position requires a strong independent work ethic, interest in education, and quantitative research skills. Candidates must possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community as part of an organization that centers equity in its work.

This is a grant-funded, fixed term position with the possibility of renewal annually. This position is contingent on funding.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• 5-years’ experience in education, economics or social sciences field

• Master’s in Education, public policy or other social science field

• Experience in project management, facilitation, leadership, and project design

• Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines

Competencies:

• Experience with statistical software, e.g., in Stata, Python, and R to analyze data using economic tools

• Skills with Google suite apps

• Excellent organizational skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills

• Training and expertise in utilizing quantitative research methods

• Experience in working with complex data sets

• Excellent judgement and ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Experience with data management and statistical analysis

• Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community.  

• Investment in the mission of the RPPL

• Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines

To apply, please upload a Resume, Cover Letter, and unofficial transcript in one single .pdf document.

Background and education check required.

Recruiting Start Date:

2024-01-12

Job Posting Title:

Research Project Manager

Department:

Annenberg Institute for School Reform

Grade:

Grade 10

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.

Job Description

The China Clinical Research Vaccine Head is a leadership role responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight to the clinical research activities within Vaccine Therapeutic Area. This position plays a critical role in driving the development and execution of clinical research programs to support the company's drug development objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Providing exceptional scientific and medical leadership in clinical research Vaccine Therapeutic Area, aligning with the overall corporate goals and objectives, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in the field of Vaccine.

Clinical Development Strategy: Develop and implement the clinical development strategy for the Vaccine TA, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, patient needs, and market demands.

Clinical Program Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and management of global clinical research programs, including study design, protocol development, site selection, data collection, and analysis.

Team Management: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of clinical research professionals, ensuring their professional development and success.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with global and China cross-functional teams, including medical affairs, regulatory affairs, biostatistics, and commercial departments, to ensure seamless integration of clinical research activities.

External Partnerships: Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), investigators, academic institutions, and other external stakeholders to enhance clinical research opportunities and scientific insights.

Risk Management and Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, data integrity, ethical standards, and company policies throughout the clinical research process.

Budget and Resource Management: Manage the clinical research Vaccine team budget and resources effectively, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring efficient utilization.

Education:

• Advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., MD, PhD)
• In-depth understanding of the drug development process, including clinical study design, data analysis, and regulatory requirements.
• At least 10 years of experience in clinical research, with a track record of developing China development strategies, protocols, successful execution of strategies, and registration of drugs in China. (Vaccine TA experience not mandatory)
• Strong leadership skills. Proven leadership in promoting, motivating, and empowering others to accomplish individual, team, and organizational objectives are desirable.
• Excellent communication skills.in both English and Chinese, with fluency in verbal and written communication.

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Reporting to CSO, External Research Ventures of Moderna, the Senior Director (SD) of Pulmonary Research is responsible for overseeing our therapeutic pulmonary research projects as well as leading and managing our external pulmonary research collaborations.  The SD of Pulmonary Research will be responsible for building our internal pulmonary capabilities and expertise, overseeing mRNA drug discovery projects into preclinical development, and driving the strategy for this emerging therapeutic area.  The SD will work closely with multiple internal stakeholders across functions including Platform, Nonclinical Sciences, Translational, Clinical Development, and R&D Strategy in addition to key external stakeholders involved in our external collaborations.  This is a superb opportunity for a highly motivated leader with pulmonary drug discovery expertise to join our dynamic team and impact our early pipeline.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Build and establish internal pulmonary capabilities and expertise to enable the inhaled pulmonary modality and therapeutics area
• Lead and direct a range of internal pulmonary therapeutic research projects.  Define objectives for research projects and ensure high-quality execution of these projects, including oversight of assays, study designs, and data
• Advance pulmonary therapeutic research projects into early development
• Oversee and manage relationships with external partners and collaborators.  Serve as Program Lead for external collaboration, effectively managing a large cross-functional internal team and working closely with external stakeholders to scientifically direct collaborations
• Mentor and have direct management responsibilities for the pulmonary research team
• Stay up-to-date with the latest scientific advances in pulmonary research and identify opportunities to incorporate new research methods and technologies
• Promote cross-functional collaboration across the organization
• Effectively communicate research progress, challenges and results to a variety of stakeholders, including teams across R&D organizations

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Ph.D. in pulmonary pharmacology, respiratory medicine, or related field with 12 years of relevant experience in pulmonary research in industry setting
• Strong pulmonary physiology and pharmacology experience
• Excellent leadership and team building skills.
• Strong track record driving discovery projects into early development and leading successful research teams and projects
• Proven ability to oversee and manage strategic partnerships and collaborations.
• Deep understanding of the scientific aspects of drug discovery and development
• Excellent leadership and team building skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills scaling through all levels of the organization, including senior management.
• Strong leadership skills and an ability to collaborate productively across multiple cross-functional project teams are paramount.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; ability to adapt to changes with demonstrated flexibility to pivot as warranted and needed.
• Acts with urgency with the understanding that actions today compound lives saved tomorrow.
• Acts like an owner, obsesses over learning, questions convention, and strives to push past possible.
• Scientific rigor & commitment to excellence and innovation.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes 
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  •    Vacation, sick time and holidays
  •    Volunteer time to participate within your community
  •    Discretionary year-end shutdown
  •    Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. 

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the Talent Acquisition Partner or contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.  (EEO/AAP Employer) 

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Job Description

Job Summary: As the Director/Senior Director, you will play a pivotal role in closely collaborating with our HQ oncology asset team, shaping the overall asset China strategy, and enabling seamless coordination across different tumor types and Clinical Project Development Teams (CPDTs). In addition to your strategic responsibilities, this role also involves team management, where you will provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of clinical research professionals, fostering their professional development and ensuring their success.

Job Responsibilities:

• Providing exceptional scientific and medical leadership for developing China overall strategy for responsible new assets
• Managing selected opportunities and developing comprehensive strategies that encompass realistic milestones, performance measures, timelines, and budgets to achieve designated value inflection points in our asset portfolio.
• Developing innovative clinical development strategies for investigational or marketed oncology drugs, harnessing cutting-edge science to revolutionize treatment outcomes and patient care.
• Crafting meticulous plans for clinical trials, including detailed design, operational plans, and settings that align with our clinical development strategies, ensuring scientific rigor and regulatory compliance.
• Monitoring and overseeing ongoing or new clinical trials for investigational or marketed oncology drugs, ensuring their successful execution, data integrity, and adherence to protocols.
• Analyzing and summarizing the clinical findings from studies, providing critical insights to support decisions on safety, efficacy, new drug applications, clinical study reports, and publications, shaping the future of oncology therapies.
• Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of clinical research professionals, fostering their professional development, empowering their growth, and enabling their success.

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Requirements:

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree, showcasing your exceptional medical and scientific credentials.
• Deep knowledge and broad experience (likely ≥5 years) in drug  clinical development from early to late stage, including significant cross-functional project team experience.
• Strong awareness of the Oncology therapeutic area, encompassing current and emerging treatment pathways in major tumor types, enabling you to drive transformative solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills in a cross-functional project team environment, guiding teams towards successful outcomes.
• Solid understanding of the commercial, regulatory, and broader strategic aspects of drug development, with a keen awareness of the competitive landscape, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Proven experience in building external networks and fostering effective relationships with external experts, enhancing collaboration and driving collective success.

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company.  No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. 

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Main Duties and Responsibilities

· Develop and implement R&D strategies and architectures that align with the company's goals and objectives.

· Provide visionary leadership to the team, fostering innovation and driving excellence in technology solutions.

· Lead, mentor, and motivate team members.

· Hold 1:1s with your team, setting objectives that are in-line with their career goals.

· Develop project plans/procedures for effective project management.

· Work with stakeholders for risk assessment, dependencies and decision making.

· Identifying new and relevant technologies/tools to continually improve our technical stack.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree or above, major in computer science, information technology, or related fields, with at least 10 years of relevant industry sales experience preferred.

2. Familiar with cloud computing, CDN, security, and other products.

3. Strong leadership needed.

4. Excellent communication skills and teamwork spirit, able to effectively collaborate with vendors and internal teams.

5. Market insight and client development capabilities.

6. Good command of spoken and written Chinese.

Why Patients Need You

Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer’s purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best in class medicines to patients around the world.

Position Summary

• Pfizer Oncology is seeking a highly motivated Research Project Manager (RPM) to join the Research Project Management team under Portfolio Strategy & Scientific Operations department within Pfizer’s Oncology Research Unit (ORU).

• The RPM will partner with discovery stage Research Project Leaders (RPL) and Nonclinical Project Leaders to develop Discovery project strategy towards selecting drug a candidate and preparing for IND submission. In collaboration with Non-clinical Project Leaders, the RPM continues driving implementation of non-clinical pharmacology activities through registration.

• The RPMs will be responsible for keeping project information (e.g., goals, milestones, governance) up-to-date in Oncodash by working together with Research Project Leaders and Nonclinical Project Leaders.

• The RPM is responsible for implementing standard processes and best practices to deliver non-clinical research objectives.

• The RPM will work closely with the discovery stage Research Project Leaders, Non-clinical Project Leaders, SMEs, and functional leaders to plan and advance concepts/assets from discovery Research stage through registration. There will be a close connection with key Research business partners such as Clinical Manufacturing & Control (CMC), Translational Sciences, Legal and Portfolio & Program Management (PPM) so that Research activities are in line with an overall strategic fit, incorporating overall company goals and perspectives.

• This position will report to the Research Project Management Lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Leverage strong project management and facilitation skills to optimize team meetings and drive effective governance interactions and decision making.

• Responsible for building cross-functional matrix relationships and navigating the organization to integrate various functions as a cohesive effort to drive projects and enhance team dynamics.

• Manage project timelines, ensuring timelines are aligned with functional activities across the organization (individual project plan, operational portfolio). 

• Monitor and report on project execution and progress against milestones and deliverables.

• Organize and facilitate regular or ad-hoc meetings with project teams, key stakeholders/SMEs preparing and distributing agendas, minutes, and other materials as needed.

• Lead cross-functional collaboration that will deliver projects on time with agreed standards.

• Drive planning for stage-gate decision points; guide teams through creation with functional input, governance approval, and execution of project plans.

• Proactively identify potential risks and help manage and solve the challenges/issues through close collaboration with different parts of the organization.

• Identify, develop, and implement new processes to facilitate continued evolution of the operations and improve efficiency of the Research organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree with minimum 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical research and development. 

• Experience should include 2+ years in a direct project / program management role

• Strong knowledge of the drug discovery activities especially research and development experience for small molecules required.

• Solid understanding of drug development and commercialization.

• Project management foundation and relevant experience on matrix management, budget management, metrics, and leadership communication.

• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information to a broad audience and demonstrated ability to interact directly and productively with team members and management and to manage and prioritize multiple competing priorities is also required.

• Ability to lead and engage in complex scientific discussions to develop/summarize clear follow-up/action plans and execute.

• Strong experience with building relationships, leading strategic initiatives, and programs, and collaborating across divisions with people of diverse business backgrounds and cultures.

• Highly organized and motivated individual with the ability to work independently/effectively with cross functional matrixed teams.

• Comfort with ambiguity, driving change and innovation across a matrix.

• Experience using Project Management software to manage complex program timelines and resources (MS Project, Smartsheet).

Preferred Qualifications

• Oncology background strongly recommended.

• PMP certification is a plus.

• An advanced degree (e.g., MS, PhD, MBA) preferred – if an advanced degree is held then at least 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical research and development is required.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $83,500.00 to $139,100.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Research and Development

Systems & Software, a division of Harris Computer, is seeking a Director to join our Research & Development team. Reporting to the VP of Research & Development, you will lead a team of managers and software engineers responsible for product maintenance, regulatory & enhancement development, third party integrations, and customer stability.

The Director of R&D’s primary role is centered around leading a remote technical team, directly contributing to the software, collaborating with other departments, and continuously promoting best practices and the growth of technical expertise.

This is expected to be a hands-on role, where you will not just be directing the work of others but also participating in the work product.

This remote role welcomes candidates anywhere in Canada and the US. This role requires up to 20% of travel across Canada and the US. A valid passport/visa is required.

What your impact will be:

• Lead a development team and directly contribute in enhancing and maintaining a portfolio of products.
• Work closely with your managers and their teams in solving problems, debugging issues, and guiding their development efforts.
• Collaborate with management, customer service, and business analysts.
• Contribute towards providing our clients with stable and secure production environments.
• Implement and maintain R&D best practices.
• Set short & long-term goals for your team & empower them to attain those goals.
• Organize team reporting and working meetings; support managers and their teams in managing progress; manage risks and issues; correct deviations from plans; with focus on regular and timely delivery of value.
• Manage multiple requests and prioritization of your manager’s and team’s work.
• Understand the strengths and weaknesses of your managers and their teams.
• Coach your team to implement a culture of continuous improvement and performance.
• Support your team’s productivity by working across departments solving problems and clearing roadblocks.
• Promote teamwork and build trust in a safe cooperative environment.

What we are looking for:

• 10+ years of software development experience (desktop, mobile and/or web applications).
• 5+ years of leadership experience (e.g., Development Lead, Project Manager, Development Manager, etc.).
• Ability to translate Product Requirements into Technical Requirements.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum5.
• Experience with giving performance reviews.
• Experience with professional development strategy and implementation.
• Experience with solution design and architecture.
• Experience with user experience best practices.

What will make you stand out:

• Experience in the Utility sector.
• Experience with DevOps tools like Git, Ansible, Docker, etc.
• Experience in data science and/or business intelligence, especially experience with data warehousing

Location

This is a remote opportunity and can be based out of the US or Canada.

About Systems & Software:

Since 1973 it has been our unrelenting mission at Systems and Software to provide quality customer information system solutions to municipal and investor-owned utilities. To achieve that mission, we fully understand the importance of a committed, engaged group of developers, implementers and support staff. Click here (https://www.ssivt.com/) to learn more about Systems and Software!

About Harris:

Harris is a leading provider of mission critical software to the public sector in North America. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc. (“CSI”, symbol CSU on the TSX), Harris has become the cornerstone for CSI’s investment in utility, local government, school districts, public safety, and healthcare software verticals. Our success has been realized through investments in our proprietary software and market expertise. This focus, combined with acquiring businesses that build upon or complement our offerings, has helped drive our success. Harris will continue to growth through reinvestment – both in the people and products that we offer and making investments in acquiring new businesses.

Our client, a Swiss MNC located in Science Park is looking for outstanding candidates to fill the position of Research Project Coordinator (1 Year Contract, Renewable, Salary : 2.8K to 3.0K, Location : Science Park, Benefits : 15 days AL, 1 month completion bonus etc.).

Responsibilities :

• Function as a member of a diverse project team. Interact with peers, lab personnel, assay development personnel, and customers from diverse business units.
• Use in-house tools for experiment set up and data storage.
• Score and analyze genotypic data, interpret results, and make appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, and deliver oral presentations to peers. Contribute to weekly analysis group meetings, monthly and annual marker lab meetings.
• Update system and other task tracking tools in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaboratively analyze and solve technical problems. Projects will be distributed by the project coordinator. Self-motivated and make short-term plans for own day-to-day activities.
• Learn the background of experiments and customer projects. Read and understand scientific literature, assay development technical reports, active participation in meetings and share relevant information with others.
• Learn and adapt to new applications effectively.

Requirements :

• 1-2 years wet lab or marker data analysis experience in molecular marker technology or allied biotechnology activities. Promising fresher can also be considered.
• Ability to use DNA marker analysis software effectively.
• Ability to use Excel, Access and other Microsoft Office programs effectively.
• Ability to work well in a team and to communicate with individuals throughout various levels of our organization.
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies.
• Ability to use professional concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways.
• Ability to work on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Ability to determine methods and procedures on new assignments and can provide guidance to other personnel.
• Strong understanding of Mendelian and Population Genetics, Experimental Statistics
• Good knowledge of genome organization, gene structure and genetic engineering
• Good interpersonal skills, able to communicate and net work with team mates / clients.
• Ability and motivation to learn and apply new technologies.
• Knowledge in handling high throughput PCR / liquid handling equipments, Electrophoresis, gel documentation, database management, knowledge of lab chemicals and high level of computer literacy

HOW TO APPLY :

Interested applicants, please submit your updated resume & a recent photo in MS Word format to :

hockkeng@officesecretaries.com.sg

Please state your availability, current & expected salaries for processing purpose.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Centre for Lifelong Learning and Individualised Cognition (CLIC) invites applications for the position of Principal Research Scientist.

Key Responsibilities:

• To support CLIC Directors Prof Zoe Kourtzi (University of Cambridge) and Prof Annabel Chen (Nanyang Technological University) in providing leadership and day-to-day management of all CLIC research activities
• To supervise and coordinate all CLIC programme staff (senior research fellow, research fellows, research associates, assistants and administrative staff) employed in Singapore
• To facilitate co-ordination and communication between PIs from the University of Cambridge (UK) and Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)
• To facilitate efficient work integration across the different individual work packages
• To contribute scientific leadership on the CLIC programme of research, with a particular focus on the neuroscience of learning across the lifespan. Subject to the approval of the funder, it is anticipated that the post holder would be part of the principal investigator team for CLIC.
• To provide oversight of required academic inputs to funder reporting and grant terms compliance processes to ensure high-quality, programmatically synergetic communications with funder and funder advisory committees
• To be responsible for ensuring the programme’s ethics and governance responsibilities are properly fulfilled
• To promote CLIC research activities within Singapore and internationally, with a view to widening the international research impact
• Communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature to a wide range of scientific and non-scientific stakeholders
• Develop links with external contacts such as other educational and research bodies and Singapore government ministries, agencies and other stakeholders
• Preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies, e.g., for funding and contractual purposes to continue, further support and/or progress the research goals of the CLIC programme
• To conduct individual and collaborative research projects within the scope of the CLIC programme and write up for presentation and publication
• Develop links with external contacts such as other educational and research bodies and Singapore government ministries, agencies and other stakeholders
• To originate and develop external networks, for example to identify sources of funding, or build relationships for future activities
• Manage the use of research resources and ensure that effective use if made of them, manage/monitor research budgets

Job Requirements:

• PhD in the relevant specialist subject area
• Expertise in the science of learning, with a particular focus on cognitive neuroscience methods and mechanisms of learning in young people
• Experience of data management and analysis, with great attention to detail and excellent record keeping
• Experience of experimental design, data quality control, data processing, statistical analysis, and integration and visualization of data from multiple platforms
• Strong abilities in strategic thinking and planning; the ability to guide and harmonise several programmes of work and oversee and coordinate multiple teams and management arrangements
• Ability to work both in a team and pro-actively, using own initiative to prioritise and manage own workload, to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines and maintain confidentiality
• Role holder must have excellent IT skills and data analysis experience
• Flexibility, good time management and ability to prioritise a diverse and changing workload
• Experienced in conducting individual and collaborative research projects
• Enthusiastic to undertake management and administrative duties and have a track record of securing research funding
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team and work with vision and foresight
• Ability to support staff individual and team growth, and in doing so promoting a productive and supportive culture
• Possess sufficient administrative skills to manage projects including financial management
• Ability and willingness to be located in Singapore
• Extensive prior experience and deep knowledge of the Singapore research environment, in particular, experience with setting up local research infrastructure, conducting human psychological research, and liaising with local research entities

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to NTU job portal link.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at clic@ntu.edu.sg.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Centre for Lifelong Learning and Individualised Cognition (CLIC) invites applications for the position of Principal Research Scientist.

Key Responsibilities:

• To support CLIC Directors Prof Zoe Kourtzi (University of Cambridge) and Prof Annabel Chen (Nanyang Technological University) in providing leadership and day-to-day management of all CLIC research activities

• To supervise and coordinate all CLIC programme staff (senior research fellow, research fellows, research associates, assistants and administrative staff) employed in Singapore

• To facilitate co-ordination and communication between PIs from the University of Cambridge (UK) and Nanyang Technological University (Singapore)

• To facilitate efficient work integration across the different individual work packages

• To contribute scientific leadership on the CLIC programme of research, with a particular focus on the neuroscience of learning across the lifespan. Subject to the approval of the funder, it is anticipated that the post holder would be part of the principal investigator team for CLIC.

• To provide oversight of required academic inputs to funder reporting and grant terms compliance processes to ensure high-quality, programmatically synergetic communications with funder and funder advisory committees

• To be responsible for ensuring the programme’s ethics and governance responsibilities are properly fulfilled

• To promote CLIC research activities within Singapore and internationally, with a view to widening the international research impact

• Communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature to a wide range of scientific and non-scientific stakeholders

• Develop links with external contacts such as other educational and research bodies and Singapore government ministries, agencies and other stakeholders

• Preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies, e.g., for funding and contractual purposes to continue, further support and/or progress the research goals of the CLIC programme

• To conduct individual and collaborative research projects within the scope of the CLIC programme and write up for presentation and publication

• Develop links with external contacts such as other educational and research bodies and Singapore government ministries, agencies and other stakeholders

• To originate and develop external networks, for example to identify sources of funding, or build relationships for future activities

• Manage the use of research resources and ensure that effective use if made of them, manage/monitor research budgets

Job Requirements:

• PhD in the relevant specialist subject area

• Expertise in the science of learning, with a particular focus on cognitive neuroscience methods and mechanisms of learning in young people

• Experience of data management and analysis, with great attention to detail and excellent record keeping

• Experience of experimental design, data quality control, data processing, statistical analysis, and integration and visualization of data from multiple platforms

• Strong abilities in strategic thinking and planning; the ability to guide and harmonise several programmes of work and oversee and coordinate multiple teams and management arrangements

• Ability to work both in a team and pro-actively, using own initiative to prioritise and manage own workload, to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines and maintain confidentiality

• Role holder must have excellent IT skills and data analysis experience

• Flexibility, good time management and ability to prioritise a diverse and changing workload

• Experienced in conducting individual and collaborative research projects

• Enthusiastic to undertake management and administrative duties and have a track record of securing research funding

• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team and work with vision and foresight

• Ability to support staff individual and team growth, and in doing so promoting a productive and supportive culture

• Possess sufficient administrative skills to manage projects including financial management

• Ability and willingness to be located in Singapore

• Extensive prior experience and deep knowledge of the Singapore research environment, in particular, experience with setting up local research infrastructure, conducting human psychological research, and liaising with local research entities

Please apply by uploading your CV and academic transcript to NTU job portal link.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at clic@ntu.edu.sg.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU