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A*STAR

Manager, Research Office

A*STAR
ResearchSingaporeFull-time1 weeks ago
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About the role

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This role is a manager position in a research office at a government research agency, responsible for providing secretariat support to institutional review boards and national advisory committees on genetic modification and laboratory animal research. The manager coordinates meetings, reviews applications, conducts literature reviews, manages digital platforms, and liaises with regulatory authorities to ensure research compliance and governance.

ResearchFull-timeResearch Office

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as secretariat to support A*STAR Institutional Review Board (IRB) and National Advisory Committees such as the Genetic Modification Advisory Committee (GMAC) and the National Advisory Committee for Laboratory Animal Research (NACLAR).
  • Provide end-to-end secretariat support to IRB, GMAC, and NACLAR, including coordination of meetings, preparation of papers and minutes, and processing of appointments and honoraria.
  • Facilitate acknowledgement, tracking, review and endorsing approvals of GMO-related research and commercial release applications and maintaining official records.
  • Conduct literature reviews and horizon scanning on emerging GM technologies and international regulatory developments.
  • Support A*STAR IRB and GMAC's external and internal outreach efforts, including talks, seminars, competitions, and engagement at regional and international forums.
  • Manage GMAC's digital platforms, public enquiries, and budget tracking for the national advisory committees.
  • Liaise with relevant regulatory authorities (e.g. SFA, MOH, NParks, etc.) on GM-related issues. Conduct preliminary assessments on A*STAR IRB applications, making informed and justifiable recommendations to A*STAR IRB Chair
  • Contribute to the overall mission of Research Office in upholding the highest level of research compliance and governance

Requirements

  • Minimally a university degree with a good knowledge of STEM discipline
  • Minimally 3 years of experience in research or research administration
  • Relevant background in reviewing and / or preparing IRB / IACUC / GMAC applications and project management is preferred
  • Familiarity with HBRA is preferred
  • Strong communications skills with the ability to work independently and in a team structure
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment