Deputy Director / Senior Assistant Director, Technology-Business Dev Office, I2R

Job Scope

The Deputy Director / Senior Assistant Director, Tech-Biz Development Officer ("TBO") is responsible for supporting A

• STAR Institute for Infocomm Research (I2R) as the Strategic Innovation Engine of Singapore by translating our intellectual properties to commercial solutions through industry research collaborations, licensing and spin-off efforts to drive economic and social outcomes for Singapore. The TBO shall promote the capabilities of I2R to companies across the Semiconductor and Advanced Manufacturing sectors (Manufacturing, Trade and Connectivity Cluster- "MTC") with AI, Communication and CyberSecurity Technologies and Systems by identifying gaps and developing opportunities for I2R's ICT related solutions to facilitate the initiation of R&D collaborations with external organisations. Overall, the TBO plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and collaboration at I2R, ultimately contributing to the development and deployment of impactful ICT solutions through our collaboration partners.

Responsibilities :

Engage companies in the MTC cluster and Singapore Public Agencies through articulation of key I2R capabilities and identify as many potential projects as possible for I2R's Departments, Divisions, Programmes & Centres (DDPCs) to evaluate capability in taking up these projects

Conduct market research and competitive analysis to develop strategic plans in key areas of importance for I2R to acquire / grow strategic partnerships with industry partners, Singapore Public Agencies and A

Supervise and mentor team members, providing guidance and support

TBO to work collaboratively with DDPCs to identify problem statements, market gaps, and funding opportunities, preparing internal approval documents for I2R's Senior Management to evaluate capability of taking up the programme / project

Structure and secure research collaboration, service agreements and licensing deals

Discuss programme / project contributions, NIPPS outcomes and negotiates IP ownership and rights with collaborator

Keep current with A

Understand basic contractual terms and be familiar with key contractual terms

Record and document industry engagements and collaborations in a timely manner and in accordance with A

Prepare and present high-quality marketing materials and reports working with the team, and communicate effectively with a diverse audience

Requirements :

8-10 years of relevant working experience, preferably with a background in the Semiconductor and Advanced Manufacturing sectors

Good interpersonal skills to liaise and work with diverse internal and external stakeholders

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Willing to learn, adaptable and flexible

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Able to work independently and in a team to complete tasks with minimal supervision

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