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Manager / Senior Manager, Biomedical Research Directorate

Manager / Senior Manager, Biomedical Research Directorate

A •STARSingapur
18 days ago
Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Biomedical Research Council (BMRC)'s mission is to advance the frontiers of bio-sciences and bio-innovations in strategic areas to improve human health and grow our economy. BMRC oversees the development of core research capabilities within A

  • STAR's research entities, and actively promotes translational and cross-disciplinary research, and human capital development in the area of health and biomedical sciences.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join the Planning Directorate in BMRC. The role will provide a unique perspective of the strategic priorities of the organisation as well as the broader public service. We take a deep interest in developing our team and there will be opportunities to grow into new roles within the wider A

  • STAR community, as well as the public sector.
  • At the Resource Planning and Policy Division, we are looking for a strategic and analytical professional to support resource planning and policy development within BMRC. This role will allow the bridging of operational planning with strategic policy, and ensure optimal allocation of talent, funding, and infrastructure to maximize innovation and research productivity.

    You are proactive and self-motivated, results-oriented, able to work independently and in a team setting, and possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

    Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage resource allocation models (and forecasting tools) for BMRC entities
  • Collaborate with BMRC entities and cross-functional teams to assess current and future budgetary needs, while ensuring alignment of resource plans with strategic initiatives
  • Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities in budgetary utilization to inform decision-making
  • Support the creation, revision and drive improvements of organizational resource policies and processes
  • Prepare reports, briefings, and policy recommendations for senior leadership
  • Set, monitor and report performance and tracking indicators for BMRC and its research entities
  • JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Degree in Public Policy, Business, Economics, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology or any related disciplines. Postgraduate qualifications would be an advantage.
  • Working experience in either research, strategic / corporate planning or related administration / operational analysis roles.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in planning tools and data visualization e.g. Excel, Power BI, or similar would be an advantage
  • Good organisation acumen, excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage leadership, internal and external stakeholders as well as researchers
  • Dynamic and self-motivated individual who is a big-picture thinker and values integrity, teamwork and excellence
  • Meticulous, well-organised, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task
  • High learning ability, agility and adaptability
  • Previous experience in managing small teams would be a plus
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