About the role
AI summarisedThe Biomedical Sciences Industry Partnership Office (BMSIPO) drives technology-business public-private R&D partnerships within the biomedical sciences and healthcare sectors. This role, based in BMSIPO's Therapeutics Team, serves as the 2nd in Command to develop and execute strategies for R&D partnerships with major biopharma MNCs, foreign biotech companies, and local Singaporean biotech firms.
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Key Responsibilities
- Identify and analyze key industry and R&D trends across major therapeutic areas (e.g., oncology, neuroscience) and emerging modalities (e.g., cell & gene therapy), feeding insights into national R&D strategies.
- Drive industry development and company account management by building trusted relationships with executives across biopharma MNCs and biotech companies.
- Facilitate R&D partnerships by matching industry needs with suitable research partners in the Singaporean community, from early discovery to manufacturing R&D.
- Manage project lifecycle post-engagement, monitoring progress and mediating between institutions and companies to ensure alignment on expectations.
- Develop and maintain a broad network across academic research, clinical institutions, technology transfer offices, and public sector agencies in Singapore.
- Drive and support industry engagement for national-level Human Health and Potential (HHP) RIE initiatives and key multi-institutional R&D programmes.
Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of professional experience in Healthcare and Biomedical Sciences.
- Background must be in research, clinical research/development, product development, or technology commercialization.
- Proven ability to lead teams and work independently with resourcefulness.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex topics, make sound judgments, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Effective and thoughtful communication skills are essential for stakeholder management.
- Proactive, self-starting problem solver capable of taking initiative beyond the defined role.
- Adaptable and willing to perform tasks necessary to achieve objectives.