Total 29 Director/C-Level technology development job vacancies in Pasir Gudang

About CEMS: The Centre of Excellence in Maritime Safety (CEMS) is a national R&D centre, a collaborative effort between Singapore Polytechnic and the Singapore Maritime Institute. We focus on developing innovative digital solutions and training systems to enhance maritime safety. Our state-of-the-art research facilities, including South-east Asia's first navigation research simulator, set us apart in the maritime industry.

Overview: As a Senior Manager/Assistant Director at CEMS, you will be a key leader supporting the Centre Director in strategic planning, resource management, and stakeholder engagement. Your role will involve leading diverse teams, managing complex projects, and fostering innovation in maritime safety.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and energize operational and research teams in maritime safety innovation.

· Develop strategic plans aligned with CEMS’s objectives, including resource and funding acquisition.

· Build and maintain relationships with key industry partners, funding bodies, and other organizations supporting CEMS’s goals.

· Manage budgets and resources to optimize project outcomes.

· Advocate for and implement cutting-edge technology in research and training programs.

· Ensure high-quality project deliverables within set timelines and budgets.

· Represent CEMS in national and international forums to enhance its reputation and network.

Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree, preferably in science and engineering, or the maritime domain.

· Minimum 8 years of experience, with proven leadership in research or technical environments.

· Results-oriented, with strong project management, strategic planning, and organizational skills.

· Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities.

Successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the company's technical strategy and roadmap.

• Lead a team of software developers and technology professionals to develop and maintain the company's software products, including web and mobile applications.

• Ensure that the company's technical resources are aligned with its business goals and that technology projects are delivered on time and within budget.

• Work closely with the CEO and other senior executives to identify opportunities to use technology to improve business operations and increase revenue.

• Manage the company's technology budget and resources, including hardware, software, and staffing.

• Identify emerging trends and technologies that could benefit the company and recommend strategies to implement them.

• Ensure that the company's technology infrastructure is secure, reliable, and scalable.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the company's software development team.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors and partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, master's degree preferred.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.

• Strong technical background in .NET development, including web and mobile development.

• Experience with agile development methodologies.

• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of software developers and technology professionals.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders.

• Strong business acumen and ability to align technology resources with business goals.

• Experience managing technology budgets and resources.

• Ability to identify emerging trends and technologies and recommend strategies to implement them.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Job Title: R&D Senior Director

Location: Singapore

Mode of working: Full time

About the Company:

Amoy Diagnostics Co., Ltd. (AmoyDx) is an R&D based in-vitro diagnostic company, focusing on molecular diagnostics for oncology precision medicine. With completely independent intellectual property rights of ADx-ARMS®, Super-ARMS®, ddCapture® and ADx-HANDLE® technologies, AmoyDx has a market-leading portfolio of molecular diagnostic assays.

At AmoyDx, our mission is to improve healthcare and patients' lives with superior & innovative products and services. Our vision is to be one of the global leading and most reliable suppliers of quality diagnostic products and services for personalized healthcare.

Job summary:

We are hiring a Research and Development Senior Director to lead the strategic vision and execution of research and development initiatives within the organization. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the R&D process, including project management, team leadership, resource allocation, and innovation strategy. Your role is pivotal in driving technological advancements, product development, and market competitiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

· Strategic Planning: Develop and execute the R&D roadmap aligned with the company's objectives and market trends. Identify opportunities for innovation and technological advancement to maintain a competitive edge.

· Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of researchers, scientists, engineers, and technicians. Foster a collaborative and innovative culture conducive to creativity and high-performance.

· Project Management: Oversee multiple R&D projects from inception to completion. Define project goals, timelines, and milestones. Ensure projects are executed within budget and meet quality standards.

· Resource Allocation: Manage budgetary allocations for R&D activities. Optimize resource utilization and prioritize projects based on strategic importance and potential impact.

· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments such as product management, marketing, and manufacturing to ensure alignment between R&D efforts and business objectives. Foster strong interdisciplinary relationships to facilitate seamless integration of new technologies and products.

· Technology Assessment: Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive landscapes. Evaluate new technologies for their applicability and potential to drive innovation within the organization.

· Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all R&D activities comply with regulatory standards and industry best practices. Work closely with regulatory affairs teams to navigate regulatory requirements and obtain necessary approvals.

· Intellectual Property Management: Oversee the development and protection of intellectual property assets generated through R&D activities. Manage patent portfolios and intellectual property strategies to safeguard the organization's innovations.

· Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of R&D initiatives. Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on project progress, budgetary status, and strategic achievements.

· Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the R&D organization. Identify areas for optimization, process refinement, and efficiency enhancement.

Qualifications:

· Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in a relevant scientific discipline.

· Proven track record of leadership in research and development, preferably in a managerial capacity.

· Extensive experience in project management, resource allocation, and budgetary oversight within the oncology diagnostics field.

· Strong understanding of R&D processes, methodologies, and best practices.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

· Strategic thinker with a forward-looking vision and the ability to anticipate market trends and technological advancements.

· Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and bring products from concept to commercialization.

· Knowledge of regulatory requirements and intellectual property management.

· Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes and achieving business objectives.

Job description:

As the leading role of MEMSonics Technology Development in Bulk Acoustic Wave Device (BAW), the candidates play key design role in development key technology in MEMS bulk acoustic wave filter for consumer electronics from new concept, verification to mass production.

The candidate will be responsible in leading and participate in overall technology development, including overseeing the development operation and evaluating them according to established goals including device modelling, material’s verification, identifying further improvement works in MEMSonics BAW’s activity.

The position requires a strong track record and experience with BAW device physics, BAW filter’s principles, research operation and technology management.

Responsibilities:

- Co-working with international team including China, Singapore and Europe on a cross-disciplinary team basis

- Lead the effort in BAW (Bulk Acoustic Wave) device modelling, material characterization, resonator performance improvement

- Set goals for new solution including implements new device concepts & relevant process development

- Lead effort in BAW data analytics in FEM and foundry data and provide insights

- Design and development of high-end resonator structures, quality factor optimization of MEMS designs with supported fabrication activity

- Perform simulation and modelling, optimization based on customer’s requirement.

Qualifications/Desired skills:

- Broad understanding of RF analog component performance characterization via Smith Chart, tuning via passives, etc

- Extremely familiar with the fundamental device physics and have the ability to apply advanced modelling techniques.

- Strong skill in EM modelling and RF simulation tools Solid background in resonator/filter design, simulation, finite element analysis, layout, and package design

Job description:

As the RFFE Module design team leader, the candidate plays key design role in development and commercialization of MEMS Based RF-FE module for consumer electronics from new concept design, verification to mass production.

The successful candidate will be leading to build a multi-discipline team developing PA, Filters, LNA, RF switches and front-end modules for the high volume and fast-paced cellular handset market. Candidates will designs develop, modifies, and evaluates electronic parts, components, or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment and other hardware systems on a multinational team basis.

Responsibilities:

- Co-working with international team including China, Singapore and Europe on a cross-disciplinary team basis

- Design and development of RF-FE modules to meet customer’s specification and needs

- Lead and produce 4G, 5G, WiFi module design, fulfil product lifecycle from engineering and transfer to production team

- Coordinate with engineering teams globally to produce module samples

Qualifications/Desired skills:

- Track record in commercialization of RF-FE modules.

- Broad understanding of RF analog component performance characterization via Smith Chart, tuning via passives, etc

- Extremely familiar with module application in RF application and have the ability to use advanced modelling techniques to design modules

- Strong skill in EM modelling and RF simulation tools Solid background in resonator/filter design, simulation, finite element analysis, layout, and package design

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better. We empower our people to master their craft through continuous and robust learning and development opportunities all year round. Our GovTechies embody our Agile, Bold and Collaborative values to deliver impactful solutions.

GovTech aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do.

Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today!

Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.

About us – National Digital Identity (NDI)

Imagine citizens having a common and secure digital identity that will make their lives so much easier, and open doors to a plethora of services for them - allowing citizens to do everything from accessing health prescriptions, completing government transactions to starting a bank account through their smartphone.

If you are inspired by this vision, we invite you to join our National Digital Identity (NDI) team. You will collaborate with a team of highly motivated peers to develop and deploy the next generation National Digital Identity platform that will transform the lives of citizens by enabling secure and seamless delivery of personalized online digital experiences.

The Singpass team builds Singapore’s digital identity system. This includes various personal authentication protocols, data sharing tools, and corporate identity systems through Corppass. The team’s mission is to provide reliable digital identity infrastructure that streamlines transactions, enables businesses, and protects against fraud.

What you will be working on:

• Set the technical vision for Singpass and its integrations
• Design the engineering systems and practices for Singpass to run reliably
• Making technical contributions, and providing technical leadership to software engineers by coaching and mentoring through end-to-end software development and promoting team engagement and motivation.
• Proactively identifying and initiating worthwhile engineering initiatives to maximise NDI’s impact on the public good.
• Establishing robust engineering practices and tools in order to encourage a strong engineering culture and maximise engineering effectiveness and impact.
• Sharing your expertise and mentoring other engineers.
• Helping with recruitment, particularly for more senior hires.

What we are looking for:

• Experience working on reasonably large software engineering projects / high-availability production systems which has had to operate at scale.
• Experience in modern full-stack web application technologies; substantial experience in modern front-end engineering on React.js and TypeScript stack is greatly preferred.
• Build deep expertise in digital identity, cryptography, and security protocols
• Have a strong sense of what it means to be a senior/lead engineer, particularly as it relates to the suite of soft skills beyond just your technical chops.
• Passion towards engineering excellence; you deeply understand that software engineering is a team sport, and you take pride in the craftsmanship aspect of software engineering.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company as we believe that diversity is meaningful to innovation. Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite of perks. This includes generous leave benefits to meet your work-life needs. We trust that you will get the job done wherever you are, and whatever works best for you – so work from home or take a break to exercise if you need to*.

We also believe it’s important for you to keep honing your craft in the constantly-evolving tech landscape, so we provide and support a plethora of in-house and external learning and development opportunities all year round.

*Subject to the nature of your job role that might require you to be onsite during fixed hours

The Director, Development & Engagement (DDE), is a dynamic, creative, and driven individual in a leadership position, with a direct reporting relationship to the Executive Director.

The DDE will manage and enhance existing diversified fundraising and community engagement plans to strengthen the organization’s overall outreach, fundraising capacity and sustainability.

The DDE will be expected to provide strategic leadership to two teams:

• Fundraising team to execute AWARE’s fundraising plan
• S.P.A.C.E. team which educates and empowers the community to create a gender-equal future through projects, workshops and events;

As a member of the Senior Leadership team, the DDE will develop and execute AWARE’s annual and long-term strategic plans in the above areas.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who is committed to social justice and seeking a concrete way to contribute to society in Singapore.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and skilled relationship builder as well as an innovative and resourceful, dynamic and results-oriented leader – someone who is an inspiring people manager and an organised, hands-on collaborator who gets things done.

Position: Director, Development and Engagement, AWARE

Salary range: SGD$8,000 – 9,100

Term: Full-time employment contract

Starting date: As soon as available

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising

• Develop and implement annual and multi-year fundraising plans, with customised strategies to cultivate, solicit and steward new and existing donors;
• Build and foster partnerships and networks to cultivate donors, members and advocates, positioning AWARE as a unique and powerful agent for positive change in Singapore;
• Leverage on personal and AWARE’s connections to engage progressive companies and their employees to support AWARE’s work;
• Oversee fundraising events, such as the annual AWARE Ball, donor cultivation and recognition events; and
• Lead and develop the Fundraising team comprising staff, interns and volunteers to achieve the above.

S.P.A.C.E.

• Create and implement strategies for engaging with and building the capacity of various communities to construct a fairer, more compassionate and gender-equal future;
• Direct the formulation and successful implementation of community engagement programmes to inspire, empower and connect people with real and sustainable impact;
• Cultivate and sustain productive relationships with community leaders and senior government representatives to ensure successful engagements;
• Closely collaborate with and advise other AWARE departments on deepening the relationship of their constituents with AWARE;
• Actively represent AWARE to members, donors, volunteers, AWARE board alumni, other social service organisations, government agencies and the community at large; and
• Lead and develop the SPACE team comprising staff, interns and volunteers to achieve the above.

Senior Leadership

The Senior Leadership team is collectively responsible for the following, in accordance with AWARE’s vision, mission and values:

• Anticipating future needs and opportunities to articulate AWARE’s strategic direction;
• Achieving annual and longer-term strategic plans;
• Fostering a positive, high performance work culture; and
• Ensuring the ongoing sustainability of the organisation.

Candidate Profile - Qualifications and Critical Competencies

• Singapore Citizen with university degree and minimum 12 years’ total professional experience, including at least 5 years leading and managing teams and at least 8 years of relevant experience in fundraising/business development/community engagement, preferably in the Singapore context.
• Strong track record with partners, foundations and individual donors in the non-profit sector, or successful business development or revenue generation experience in the commercial sector.
• Superior interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation skills and the ability to collaborate and build alliances; able to engage effectively and diplomatically with diverse groups of donors, volunteers, members and other constituents across different sectors, e.g., government agencies, non-profits and corporates.
• Management of professional teams in a way that is consistent with AWARE's mission, vision and values (diversity, choice, gender rights, respect for others); able to attract, engage, develop and retain the right staff in the right roles.
• Technologically savvy, well-versed in information systems and data management; able to leverage innovative tools and technologies. Ideally experienced in digital marketing.
• Collaborative, energetic, self-motivated and personable with sound judgment, strong organisational and problem-solving skills and a positive, forward-thinking mindset.
• Shares AWARE's feminist perspective and understands what drives people to work and volunteer in the non-profit sector.

Interested applicants are invited to email their cover letter, CV, and details of two referees to ed@aware.org.sg. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Company Overview:

Prestige Biologics Co., Ltd is a biopharmaceutical CDEMO (Contract Development Engineering Manufacturing Organization) that provides complete solutions to the development and manufacturing requirements in your drug discovery from early stage to product registration and commercialization.

Based on our fully established antibody drug & vaccine manufacturing capabilities, we now offer our upgraded CDMO service, CDEMO in which we provide customized engineering solutions for your manufacturing process in a customized manufacturing suite speed-built with our proprietary technology, ALITA Smart BioFactory™.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced International Business Development Director to drive our global expansion efforts and forge strategic partnerships worldwide. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, and executing strategies to drive revenue growth and market penetration in international markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Market Analysis and Strategy Development:

• Conduct thorough market research to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and growth opportunities in target regions.
• Develop comprehensive business development strategies and action plans to expand market presence and achieve revenue targets.

Client Relationship Management:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, understanding their needs and objectives to identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.
• Proactively engage with potential clients, understanding their requirements, and offering tailored solutions to address their specific needs.

New Business Development:

• Lead the identification, evaluation, and pursuit of new business opportunities in international markets, including strategic partnerships, licensing agreements, and joint ventures.
• Develop and execute effective sales strategies and presentations to pitch company services and capabilities to potential clients.

Negotiation and Contract Management:

• Lead negotiations with clients and partners to secure favorable commercial terms and agreements, ensuring alignment with company objectives and financial targets.
• Oversee the preparation and review of contracts, proposals, and other legal documents, working closely with internal stakeholders and legal counsel.

Collaboration and Team Leadership:

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, quality and finance, to ensure seamless execution of business development initiatives.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the business development team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Degree/Masters/PhD in Life Sciences, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in international business development, preferably within the CDMO and pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying business opportunities, closing deals, driving revenue growth, and exceeding targets.
• Strong understanding of global markets, regulatory requirements, and industry trends.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute effective business development strategies.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience leading and motivating teams to achieve results.
• Job will be based in Singapore, willingness to travel internationally as needed.

· Source for new business partners/vendors for existing business to achieve sales target.

· Develop client acquisition and retention policy to achieve referrals and new businesses.

· Canvassing new potential vendors via cold calling, networking etc

· Occasional event management support and admin duties

PharmEng Technology has been providing quality services to leading manufacturers of healthcare and pharmaceutical products since 1997. Our specialists hold expertise in Commissioning & Qualification, Validation, Quality Systems, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, and Training to ensure that our clients can keep on providing the world with their cost-effective and high-standard healthcare products. At PharmEng Technology, we strive to cultivate the best working environment where empowerment, passion and perseverance are nurtured while serving our clients to achieve their unique business goals.

Key Accountabilities:

• Design and implement a clear regional communications strategy that boosts internal engagement, builds company's reputation and drives C&E performance.
• Development and delivery internal and external communication plans in line with strategic goals.
• Manage the implementation of Communication policies to ensure consistency of company's brand position and processes that drive efficient ways of working.
• Coach and/or support C&E associates in APMA countries to define and meet their communications objectives.
• Identify innovative ways to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, quality and impact of our communications.
• Provide counsel and guidance, and collaborate cross-functionally on appropriate communications activities, at global, regional and in-country levels, to ensure effective and appropriate communication of key activities and initiatives within the business. Serve as a sounding board and advisor to global and regional teams on cultural and contextual resonance and appropriateness.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Communications, preferably in a large multi-national, matrixed organization or agency setting.
• Understanding of health care system dynamics and patient journeys in APMA countries.
• Understanding of the medicines lifecycle and pharma industry.
• Ability to demonstrate high level of accountability.
• Effective stakeholder relationship management – proven ability to build trust in stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Outstanding copywriting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Good verbal presentation, group dynamic, and facilitation skills.
• Proactive approach in resolving problems and issues.
• Good organizational, planning, and coordination skills.

Why PharmEng Technology?

Our consultants come from different areas of the Pharmaceutical/Biotech/Medical Device industries and have extensive experiences obtained from world-class organizations in North America, Europe, and Asia. At PharmEng Technology, we value everyone’s unique talents and work together to support our clients. We offer continuous career growth, competitive wages, opportunities for travel and a team mentality that sets us apart from our competitors. It is the growth of our staff that continues to grow our company globally.

EEOC Statement

At PharmEng Technology, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. PharmEng Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Job responsibility

You will interact closely with SIgN Management, Principal Investigators and scientists, and external academic and industry partners and research institutions.

1. Promote SIgN research to Industry Partners. Facilitate SIgN researchers to communicate with industry partners on potential collaborations. Help to grow SIgN business activities by being proactive in creating new opportunities and new markets. Investigate on potential national and regional businesses.
2. Promote SIgN platform technologies to external academic and industry partners and research institutions for service engagements and collaborations through seminars, conferences, roadshows and exhibitions. Network with local and international partners and institutions to develop relations within Life Sciences and Immunology and promote use of SIgN platforms. Engage external partners and institutions in service agreements and collaborations.
3. Negotiate and administer Research Collaboration Agreements (RCA), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA) and Confidentiality Agreements. Review and file Technology Disclosures and work with HQ I&E on IP filing.
4. Coordinate with Project Management Office (PMO) on the management of industry and IAF-PP/IAF-ICP projects.

Job Requirements

Qualification & Field of Study: PhD or Masters in Life Sciences/Immunology/Molecular Biology or related fields, with relevant industry experience (preferred)

Min. Years of Experience: At least more than 5 years of business development or sales experience strongly preferred

Other Requirements (e.g. Skills, Competencies):

• Good team player with excellent interpersonal skills; independent and resourceful
• Excellent planning skills, well-organized and comfortable with outreach / promoting business partnerships
• Demonstrate strong delivery of commitments
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with good presentation skills

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job responsibility

You will interact closely with SIgN Management, Principal Investigators and scientists, and external academic and industry partners and research institutions.

1. Promote SIgN research to Industry Partners. Facilitate SIgN researchers to communicate with industry partners on potential collaborations. Help to grow SIgN business activities by being proactive in creating new opportunities and new markets. Investigate on potential national and regional businesses.
2. Promote SIgN platform technologies to external academic and industry partners and research institutions for service engagements and collaborations through seminars, conferences, roadshows and exhibitions. Network with local and international partners and institutions to develop relations within Life Sciences and Immunology and promote use of SIgN platforms. Engage external partners and institutions in service agreements and collaborations.
3. Negotiate and administer Research Collaboration Agreements (RCA), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA) and Confidentiality Agreements. Review and file Technology Disclosures and work with HQ I&E on IP filing.
4. Coordinate with Project Management Office (PMO) on the management of industry and IAF-PP/IAF-ICP projects.

Job Requirements

Qualification & Field of Study: PhD or Masters in Life Sciences/Immunology/Molecular Biology or related fields, with relevant industry experience (preferred)

Min. Years of Experience: At least more than 10 years of business development or sales experience strongly preferred

Other Requirements (e.g. Skills, Competencies):

• Good team player with excellent interpersonal skills; independent and resourceful
• Excellent planning skills, well-organized and comfortable with outreach / promoting business partnerships
• Demonstrate strong delivery of commitments
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with good presentation skills

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. 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

The Senior Associate Director/ Deputy Director will be responsible for the review, prioritisation, commercialisation, and business development activities of NUS intellectual property (IP) in the Technology Transfer and Innovation (TTI) Department. Specifically, the incumbent will strategise and drive business development and commercialisation efforts for NUS invention disclosures and IPs in the Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Information & Communication Technology domains. The incumbent will also manage a portfolio of existing IPs that are ready for commercialisation, licenses, and further development to enhance the technology readiness levels. It includes evaluating the commercialisation potential of newly disclosed invention disclosures, as well as developing commercialisation activities by building strong alliances with external partners, companies, investors, and NUS research community.

The successful candidate will guide TTI business development team through demonstration of strong leadership, possesses sound understanding of the startup ecosystem, and the tenacity to collaborate with different stakeholders in achieving the desired technology commercialisation and business outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support NUS Deputy President (Innovation and Enterprise) and Director (TTI) for fulfilling reports (quarterly, semi-annually, and annually) to the respective ministries and stakeholders for monitoring the performance of technology transfer activities, new initiatives, and their effects/outcomes.
• Proactively work with NUS TTI business development team to identify technologies for commercialisation such as licensing opportunities and providing suitable support to the development of NUS spinouts through the NUS GRIP initiative and other funding mechanisms.
• Provide leadership when engaging with external industry partners, government agencies and other relevant entities to advance NUS TTI’s interest for technology transfer, business development and innovation activities.
• Manage, encourage, and support the development, disclosure, and protection of NUS IPs, including reviewing proposals, technology transfer, negotiating ownership, negotiating agreements, license fees, royalties, etc. for technology transfers.
• Develop business strategies and assist with the assessment of inventions and identification of commercial applications through research and analysis of markets, competitive technologies, prior art, and patent landscape.
• Lead negotiations and complete licenses and related agreements, including development of business terms and overseeing internal due diligence procedures prior to signing of agreement.
• Manage NUS TTI business development team, and drive initiatives to generate business leads and commercialisation opportunities for NUS technologies and IPs.
• Engage NUS faculties and staff in establishing collaborative relationships with industry partners such as identifying interest to further develop NUS technologies and/or licensing of technologies.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationship with NUS faculties, schools, and research institutes/centres to disseminate information regarding technology transfer and commercialisation; make presentations and organising learning sessions.
• Contribute to enhance NUS TTI’s existing work processes and deliver high quality, professional service to a growing base of inventors and business partners.

Qualifications

• Good postgraduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) disciplines.
• Possesses strong strategic thinking, sharp business acumen, good business planning and commercialisation skills in the start-up ecosystem.
• Experience in start-up’s deal development including essential elements regarding incorporation, share capitalisation, early-stage venture funding and product development.
• Experience in handling commercial negotiations to deal completion would be advantageous.
• Ability to quickly grasp new scientific concepts and technologies; appreciate latest state-of-the-art development in the various technology domains; identify opportunities for commercialisation and strategise pragmatic plans for execution.
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to prioritise, manage and progress multiple projects efficiently while maintaining an active stakeholder interface.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to proficiently interact with stakeholders such as researchers, industry partners, and colleagues.
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability and creative problem-solving.
• Passionate in working with commercialising cutting-edge technologies and the next great ideas, and to contribute to helping these discoveries make a difference in the world.
• Relevant network and experience in tech commercialisation with key stakeholders.

The incumbent is primarily responsible for driving business growth optimizing WeChat marketing strategies to reach out to audience through the app.

Responsibilities:

• Create development plans with WeChat Mini Programs
• Identify market opportunities through meetings, networking and other channels
• Meet existing and potential clients and build positive relationships
• Liaise with colleagues to develop sales and marketing strategies
• Prepare financial projections and sales targets
• Prepare sales presentations and participate in sales meetings
• Develop and execute product strategy for WeChat ecosystem products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and prioritize features.
• Conduct user research and market analysis to identify new product opportunities.
• Define and monitor key metrics to track product performance and make data-driven decisions.
• Work with Web team to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Develop go-to-market strategies and launch new products.
• Work closely with business teams to identify partnership opportunities.
• Monitor industry trends and provide insights to form product strategy.
• Manage product roadmap and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Continuously optimize products to improve user experience and drive growth.
• Forecast sales targets and growth projections

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, computer science, marketing/business administration
• 3-5 years of experience in WeChat Mini Programs’ product management
• Strong business understanding on WeChat & subscription accounts
• Project management experience in a highly independent, but collaborative environment
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications
• Excellent presentation skills both in English and Chinese
• Work experience in multi-cultural teams / international environment
• Personal characteristics: Good learner, self-motivated, proactive, accountable, energetic, creative skills, problem solver, team player.
• In-depth knowledge of key features and capabilities of WeChat Mini Programs is crucial as part of our overall strategy for reaching Chinese customers effectively.

Incumbent must be willing to travel frequently to China.

Job Responsibilities

• Quickly establish a credible and effective working relationship with CEO,APAC and other members of the Global Executive Committee (GEC), regional leaders and their teams; gaining their confidence as a high calibre individual who will drive the strategic direction and potential future performance of a key driver for growth for Inchcape.
• Report on Digital Parts Platform (DPP) progress and performance to the GEC.
• Successfully support the ongoing growth and rollout of the Digital Parts Platform proposition across chosen international markets.
• Drive the financial performance (which will be owned within the markets) to meet Inchcape’s strategic ambition.
• Define strategic initiatives that will shape and drive the continuous improvement of the day-to-day operations of DPP, ensuring that operating targets and plans are met.
• Establish and maintain robust operational and financial performance management systems.
• Ensure brand and customer propositions align across all markets.
• Support a culture of customer-led (B2B and B2C) innovation and develop ongoing growth strategies for DPP and the Inchcape group.
• Identify, implement and leverage digital capabilities, data and analytics for stock management and omnichannel sales support and supply chain.
• Influence the performance of DPP across markets, without the authority of P&L ownership.
• Be a visible role model for all employees at all levels. Communicate and build relationships at all levels of the organisation from local leadership teams to the plc board, continuing to build on a no-politics, diverse culture.

Job Requirements

• Customer-focused with a track record of influencing and driving outstanding customer service (ideally, in both a B2B and B2C context).
• Leadership and management experience of establishing and scaling a new business venture or proposition internationally.
• A ‘digital first’ approach to business operation; experience managing or operating a ‘digital first’ business with a proven ability to guide, challenge and educate a wider organisation to operate in a similar way.
• A strong intellect and clarity of mind. At home with technical, commercial and operational complexity and with the ability to identify and manage key drivers of value for a business.
• Demonstrable success delivering value in a complex, international, multi-site organisation with the ability to develop an understanding of a low-margin, decentralised organisation in a cyclical industry.
• Superior leadership skills with a track record of developing followership. High levels of emotional intelligence, able to win hearts and minds and achieve results through influence rather than just position-power.
• Knowledge and experience of best practice and a track record of constantly looking for new ways of working and improving. He/she will bring a balance of strategic excellence against commercial/operational reality, with the analytical, creative and entrepreneurial abilities necessary for innovation.
• Experience of transforming a business through people, process and systems and creating a culture to deliver a more efficient and effective organisation.
• Financially literate with excellent commercial instincts and sound business judgement.
• A genuine interest in the automotive industry with a curiosity about the sector and how it is changing is important.