Senior Assistant Manager, Research Office.

Overview

As part of the Innovation Transfer Office (ITO) this position plays a key role in advancing National University Health System (NUHS) mission of improving lives through clinical care, research innovation and strategic collaboration. He/She will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating and executing a wide range of research-related contracts (eg CTAs, RCAs, MTAs etc) to enable and support high-quality clinical research and innovation partnerships while safeguarding NUHS’ interests. This is a contract role with the possibility of renewal.

Job Responsibilities:

1. To ensure timely execution of contracts to support research or clinical projects in compliance with institutional policy and national guidelines; 
2. To liaise with internal stakeholders (eg legal, compliance) to align on terms and regulatory requirements;
3. To contribute to streamlining of contract workflow, templates for better turnaround time;
4. To resolve and manage escalated issues with fairness and tact without jeopardizing institutional policies;
5. To ensure appropriate risk assessment and mitigation strategies;
6. To guide and mentor junior executives and managers for more effective solutions in contract negotiations

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Law, Business, Life Sciences or related field. 
• 3-6 years of relevant experience in drafting and review research-related agreements preferably within a healthcare, pharmaceutical/CRO, academic or research setting.
• IP knowledge will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of local regulations and legal frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent team player
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Able to work in a complex organizational environment, with a need to balance expectations of multiple stakeholders
• Strong project management skills
• Proficient in I.T. systems and MS Office applications.