Total 3 account officer job vacancies in Science / R&D / Research category in The United States of America

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

As a Senior Scientific Officer, you will be tasked but not limited to planning and executing the grant-making process, annual budgeting, exploring funding opportunities, and managing documents and deadlines. You will need to provide consultation and administrative support to Programmatic Theme Leads, Principal Investigators and other faculty on operational and grant related matters. You will serve as liaison with NUS research offices, Office of Legal Affairs, Industry Liaison Office and external funding agencies on issues of intellectual property, project and research collaboration agreements, MTAs, NDAs, etc. You will also be working closely with the Outreach, HR and Finance department on grant administrative and research events.

Duties and Responsibilities

Research Grant Management and Coordination

• Assist with grant applications and managing the review process with proper documentation on IRB/ DSRB, IACUC ethics/safety & risk protocols, regular progress/ appraisal/ other research regulatory requirements
• Promote the development of external funding strategies for research, academic projects, and institutional priorities
• Provide resources and assistance to faculty, staff, and administrators in searching for external funding opportunities, budget preparation and updating biosketches of Principal Investigators
• Assist with preparation and submission of requests for external funding, including grants, sub-awards, and contracts
• Ensure that policies and procedures for compliance with research-related regulations are up-to-date and reviewed regularly.
• Provide bibliometrics on research grants as required

Research Program & Project Management

• Provide strategic input for the development of proposals for project and budgeting
• Develop, manage, and evaluate research themes through direct collaboration with Principal Investigators, clinicians and Theme Leads to strengthen the strategy for each of the projects and coordinate these toward building a cohesive program
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of effective research themes group communication systems
• Preparation of budgets for research grants, virements and tracking of grants
• Planning and scheduling of research meetings, writing meeting minutes and coordinating research/other meetings as well as following up decisions made and other necessary actions as required
• Ensure good and tidy document housekeeping and timely correspondence:
  Maintain letters of award, approvals, amendments, etc.
  Maintain grants data and progress reports

Qualifications

• At least PhD in Life Sciences, Medicine, or related field
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:
  Science Project Management
  Research Grant Management or Administrative
  Scientific legal matters e.g., MTA, service agreements, RCA, patent filing etc.
• Able to work independently, effectively and a good team player
• Proactive, meticulous, analytical, resourceful and organized
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results to the appropriate quality and timeline metrics.
• Excellent writing and reporting ability
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams), Adobe and Zoom applications

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

As a Scientific Officer, you will be tasked but not limited to planning and executing the grant-making process, annual budgeting, exploring funding opportunities, and managing documents and deadlines. You will need to provide consultation and administrative support to Programmatic Theme Leads, Principal Investigators and other faculty on operational and grant related matters. You will serve as liaison with NUS research offices, Office of Legal Affairs, Industry Liaison Office and external funding agencies on issues of intellectual property, project and research collaboration agreements, MTAs, NDAs, etc. You will also be working closely with the Outreach, HR and Finance department on grant administrative and research events.

Duties and Responsibilities

Research Grant Management and Coordination

• Assist with grant applications and managing the review process with proper documentation on IRB/ DSRB, IACUC ethics/safety & risk protocols, regular progress/ appraisal/ other research regulatory requirements
• Promote the development of external funding strategies for research, academic projects, and institutional priorities
• Provide resources and assistance to faculty, staff, and administrators in searching for external funding opportunities, budget preparation and updating biosketches of Principal Investigators
• Assist with preparation and submission of requests for external funding, including grants, sub-awards, and contracts
• Ensure that policies and procedures for compliance with research-related regulations are up-to-date and reviewed regularly.
• Provide bibliometrics on research grants as required

Research Program & Project Management

• Provide strategic input for the development of proposals for project and budgeting
• Develop, manage, and evaluate research themes through direct collaboration with Principal Investigators, clinicians and Theme Leads to strengthen the strategy for each of the projects and coordinate these toward building a cohesive program
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of effective research themes group communication systems
• Preparation of budgets for research grants, virements and tracking of grants
• Planning and scheduling of research meetings, writing meeting minutes and coordinating research/other meetings as well as following up decisions made and other necessary actions as required
• Ensure good and tidy document housekeeping and timely correspondence:
  Maintain letters of award, approvals, amendments, etc.
  Maintain grants data and progress reports

Qualifications

• At least Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, or related field
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:
  Science Project Management
  Research Grant Management or Administrative
  Scientific legal matters e.g., MTA, service agreements, RCA, patent filing etc.
• Able to work independently, effectively and a good team player
• Proactive, meticulous, analytical, resourceful and organized
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results to the appropriate quality and timeline metrics.
• Excellent writing and reporting ability
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams), Adobe and Zoom applications

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

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The mission of Cancer Science Institute (National University of Singapore) is to better understand the causes of human cancer across Asia, and thereby improve its detection, treatment, and prevention. Our outstanding researchers and exceptional facilities create an energetic environment for ground-breaking science and world-class training.

We are looking for an individual strong interest in oncology to fulfil the position of Scientific Officer in both Prof Lee Soo Chin and Prof Goh Boon Cher's lab. The selected candidate will support the research activities of the Principal Investigators (PIs) and their team by handling various administrative, managerial, and coordination tasks, as well as contributing to scientific writing and grant management. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills, as well as a deep understanding of the scientific research process.

Interested applicants should include the following documents in the job application

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Summary of past research experience
3. Description of long-term plans
4. At least 2 referees including their name, contact information (email) and relationship to applicant

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Liaison Between PI and Research Teams:Act as a bridge of communication between the PI and various research teams.
   Facilitate collaboration and information sharing among team members.
   
2. Research Progress Monitoring:Collect research progress reports from different teams.
   Compile comprehensive summaries of research findings and advancements for the PI's review.
   Conduct literature searches to gather relevant research articles and information to support the PI's work.
   Assist in the development of clinical trial and/or research study protocols.
   
3. Grant Support:Assist the PI in preparing grant applications.
   Draft research progress reports for grant reporting purposes.
   Monitor grant budget expenditures and assist with high-value purchases.
   Prepare grant variation and extension requests when necessary.
   Draft scientific documents such as grant proposals, manuscripts, press releases, conference submissions, and presentations.
   
4. Presentation and Publication Support:Assist in organizing and preparing materials for presentations, conferences, and academic publications.
   

Qualifications

• MSc (Master of Science) or PhD, in a field related to life sciences, biomedical sciences, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience in managing scientific projects, including coordinating and tracking multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills with effective time management
• Strong interpersonal skills and good team player
• Meticulous and pays attention to details
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams), Adobe, and Zoom