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Manager (RoboNexus), National Robotic Programme (NRP)

A*STAR
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About the role

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The National Robotics Programme Office (NRPO) is hiring a Manager for the RoboNexus initiative under the National Robotics Programme. The role involves catalysing robotics and embodied AI R&D capabilities, fostering public-private partnerships, and driving technology commercialisation. The manager will work with end-users, companies, and research institutes to identify use cases and technology gaps, and collaborate with partner agencies to grow the robotics industry.

ResearchFull-timeNational Robotic Programme

Key Responsibilities

  • Catalyse differentiated Robotics and Embodied AI (EAI) R&D capabilities at Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and Research Institutes (RIs) for the benefit of economy and society.
  • Foster public-private partnerships to ensure robotics and EAI technologies and IPs developed with public funding are relevant for industry and commercialised into useful products, services and solutions.
  • Bring together end-users across different industries, robotics, automation and EAI companies, and IHLs/RIs to identify use cases and technology gaps that public-private partnerships can help to address.
  • Enhance Singapore's robotics and EAI R&D capabilities and help Singapore-based robotics, automation and EAI companies to innovate and differentiate themselves in the market.
  • Work together with partner agencies to grow the robotics and EAI industry comprising system integrators, robot vendors, software and component suppliers.
  • Support end-user industries and act as vehicles for the commercialisation of technologies and IPs developed by IHLs/RIs.

Requirements

  • Experience in robotics, embodied AI, or related fields.
  • Strong understanding of R&D ecosystems and technology commercialisation.
  • Ability to manage public-private partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
  • Knowledge of industry needs and technology gaps in robotics and automation.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Background in engineering, computer science, robotics, or artificial intelligence.
  • Experience working with government agencies, research institutes, or industry partners.
  • Strategic thinking and ability to drive innovation initiatives.