68 Head Of Research And Development jobs in Singapore

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41342-JOB# At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.# Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.# **Position Summary:**Illumina, a world-leading microarray and next generation sequencing (NGS) company, is seeking an Associate Director to lead the Singapore Assay R&D team. The successful candidate will lead in executing scientific R&D in the field of molecular biology and biochemistry to develop novel, best-in-class multiomics NGS products.The Associate Director will be part of a multi-disciplinary team working to execute the design and development of novel, robust products for Illumina sequencing platforms. They will be a strong technical and strategic contributor to the development of biochemistry and have a successful track record of working collaboratively on projects in a matrixed organization.Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.**Responsibilities:*** Develop and execute strategies focused on business excellence, aligning with the overall goals of the organization and company vision.* Directly manage, guide, coach and develop a team of scientists, managers and other staff to meet project milestones and business objectives.* Oversee day-to-day departmental operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with company goals and standards.* Lead or support various projects, including technology transfers, new process implementation and scientific initiatives, often across multiple sites or globally, through ambitious goals and challenging tradeoff decisions while maintaining an energized and motivating work environment.* Liaise effectively and influence peers within departments and across the organization. Build and maintain close relationships with other functional groups in RnD, Process Engineering, Operations, Business Development, Product Management, and QA.* Recommend targets for new capabilities, technologies and initiatives, and drive evaluation and implementation of process improvements and technological integration.* Manage functional spending, budget creation, forecasting, and financial management activities for the department and its programs.* Prioritize, align and adjust resources to ensure success across multiple projects and priorities.All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodation for additional tasks and responsibilities.**Qualifications and Skills:*** Demonstrated ability for strong leadership skills, including ability to lead teams, develop talent, and manage multiple priorities.* Proven ability to assess and organize complex information, solve ambiguous problems, and develop actionable strategies.* Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written and in presentation for effective engagement with diverse stakeholders.* Proven experience in the biotech or pharma industry, with a strong understanding of relevant product development, operational and regulatory landscapes.* Strong collaborative skills and ability to build relationships with global stakeholders.**Experience/Education:*** Requires PhD or equivalent, with a strong foundation in relevant scientific discipline such as Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics or related fields.* 10+ years of extensive experience in reagent and product development in biotech or pharmaceutical industry.# #
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact To learn more, visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
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NEU Battery Materials aims to be the largest, cleanest, and most neutral source of recycled lithium globally. The firm developed the world’s first patented electrochemical redox recycling method that only uses electricity and water. This revolutionary approach is paving the way for a more sustainable future in LFP battery recycling.
We are expanding our current scale of operations and are seeking an experienced Head of Research & Development. This new teammate will play a crucial role in the battery recycling process through development and scale-up to commercialization. Working closely with the Engineering team, this hire will lead, drive, and execute the R&D roadmap in collaboration with the CTO to develop cutting-edge recycling equipment for the advancement of pilots and concepts to scalable, refined commercial products.
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Responsibilities
Scientific & Technical Leadership
Set direction and roadmap for the research team, aligning with the company goals and milestones
Work closely with the CTO to manage and shape NEU’s technical strategy
Demonstrated ability to lead and grow high-performing technical teams through clear goal-setting, structured mentorship, and a culture of accountability and trust
Track team progress, troubleshoot challenges and roadblocks, and provide scientific guidance
Drive IP development and maintenance while managing the filing of patents, grant applications, and technical due diligence processes to protect intellectual property
Design, implement, and oversee experiments aimed at enhancing lithium recovery efficiency, purity, and cost-effectiveness in the recycling of LFP batteries
Supervise data analysis, documentation, and reporting to ensure high-quality insights for both internal teams and external stakeholders, including investors, customers, and regulatory bodies
Uphold scientific integrity and reproducibility across all R&D activities, ensuring alignment with NEU Battery Materials' commitment to innovation and sustainability
Process Optimization & Scale-Up Support
Collaborate closely with process engineering team to pilot novel recycling technologies and facilitate the scale-up of laboratory breakthroughs for industrial applications
Identify and troubleshoot technical bottlenecks in the redox recovery process and propose solutions to optimize material recovery and improve process efficiency
Act as a critical bridge between bench research and the pilot line, ensuring seamless translation of R&D innovations into scalable, commercial-ready processes
Requirements
PhD or MS in Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
5–15 years of hands-on R&D experience in battery technology, recycling processes, or industrial electrochemistry
Strong foundation in electrochemical principles, including thermodynamics, kinetics, mass transport, electrodeposition, and catalyst preparation techniques.
Proven experience in scaling up lab-scale technologies to pilot or production-level systems
Strong track record of building, managing, and mentoring high-performing research teams
Excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders and external partners
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to experimentation, innovation, and problem-solving in a fast-paced startup environment
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National University of Singapore – Central Singapore
Duke-NUS Medical School (Duke-NUS) was established through a landmark collaboration between Duke University and National University of Singapore, with the objective of providing innovative education and impactful research that enhance the practice of medicine in Singapore and beyond.
The Centre of Regulatory Excellence (CoRE) was established at Duke-NUS in 2014 with the mission of forming regional platforms and networks to grow competencies, build capacity and promote thought leadership in regulatory science and health policy in the Asia Pacific, with a focus on South-East Asia.
CoRE has established a strong and highly regarded education portfolio for industry professionals and regulators. The Centre also enables thought leadership and policy innovation in areas of health products regulation, and its expanded scope now includes issues related to global health, health policies and health system strengthening. Its key focus areas are digital health, vaccines & pandemic preparedness, advanced and innovative therapeutics, innovative clinical trials, and medical devices.
In 2023, Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) appointed CoRE to establish and lead the Standards Development Organisation (SDO) supporting the Biomedical and Health Standards Committee. CoRE is seeking a dedicated and experienced Scientific Officer to support the technical and operational functions of SDO. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing national objectives related to the development and implementation of health product manufacturing standards, with the following key responsibilities:
Responsibilities
Identify industry needs and emerging trends for standard development in medical devices and quality management systems, aligned with Singapore Standards Council’s objectives.
Support the development and promotion of national and international standards in collaboration with industry partners.
Review existing standards with stakeholders to ensure continued relevance and accuracy.
Drive stakeholder engagement for standard adoption through events such as launches, conferences, and workshops.
Support the administration and coordination of technical committees and working groups.
Qualifications
Master’s degree or MD/MBBS with at least 2 years’ relevant work experience in healthcare regulation or medical devices quality management.
Relevant work experience in health product regulation, medical devices, quality management systems, or standards development is preferred.
Familiarity with digital health and the Singapore’s healthcare innovation ecosystem.
Strong project management and coordination skills.
Excellent communicator – Written, Spoken and Presenting
Highly organised, detail-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
Adaptable and able to effectively multi-task and perform well under pressure, both independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Demonstrates discretion, intellectual agility, and sensitivity to stakeholder dynamics
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We are a contract research development and manufacturing organization founded by scientists to translate bench work into commercially available products.

Our goal is to enable fellow scientists to own their career and gain firsthand exposure to emerging modalities supporting translational sciences.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Contributing to the development of new research projects;
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation;
• Evaluating and implementing new technologies to improve product offerings;
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A strong educational background in a relevant field (e.g. life sciences, engineering);
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment;
• Familiarity with industry trends and emerging technologies.

In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment;
• Opportunities for professional growth and development;
• A competitive salary and benefits package;
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with Business Development Team to develop new customers and markets for catering and manufactured food products
• Outline solutioning for industrial customers with product, process, equipment and manpower requirement
• Propose menus and recipes detailing material used, quantities and costs
• Develop processes methods to achieve product quality, shelf-life and production efficiency
• Establish packaging, transfer, storage and application methods for products
• Coordinate production with Central Kitchen team
• Any other ad hoc duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Min 3 year culinary experience in large-scale industrial kitchen or food factory
• Familiar with local catering and F&B needs and operation
• Knowledge of food science & technology
• Ability to present proposals and write documentations

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BROMMA has been the leading manufacturer of crane spreaders ever since its formation in the 1960s. Today we have, by far, the highest market share of the world’s spreader suppliers. In fact, our market share is higher than all our competitors’ combined. Today, we manufacture close to 2,000 spreaders of all types every year and our spreaders are currently in use in 99 of the top-100 ports world- wide.
BROMMA sales and service network has a wide-reaching footprint. We are present with own sales offices on all continents, and with an extensive network of agents, we are able to support customers in every country in the world.
More information about BROMMA can be found on
We're making every move count
Be at the forefront of shaping the future of port and cargo handling by being part of the Bromma R&D team in Singapore.
Contribute to a new development project and solve real-world problems related to Mechanical, Electrical, or Control for our spreader products
Main tasks and responsibilities
Research of New Ideas
Engage in the idea generation process by assisting with research and bringing new ideas, concepts, solutions, and product improvements to life.
Support the development of product concepts that are innovative, high quality, and cost-effective.
Assist in analyzing the performance and feasibility of multiple alternative concepts.
Development of the Approved Projects
Learn and apply industry best practices in a dynamic R&D environment by
Assisting in performing early draft design.
Support building proof of concepts, simulations, and delivering prototypes.
Assist in developing and executing design verification and validation test plans.
Support the development process by collecting feedback/data for design improvement and enhancement from stakeholders.
Documentation
Document research and development progress and activities.
Assist in preparing drawings for new developed products.
Project Management
Support delivering project success to the customer and organization.
Assist in managing and planning assigned project tasks
Additional Responsibilities Outside Of Standard Job Responsibilities
Overall technical related support to the respective functions i.e. sourcing, production.
Any other ad hoc projects assigned.
What you’ll need to succeed
Education
Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering (or a related field) in Singapore.
Technical Skills
Familiarity with engineering tools such as CAD or PLC Programming
Analytical and troubleshooting abilities
Innovative & creative thinking
Technical reporting skills
Soft Competencies
Team player
Hands on and eager to learn
Proactive and self-motivated
You will be part of
We believe in our people as it is our people who really make the difference. We always work in close collaboration with our customers, deliver on our promises and never walk away no matter how big the challenge. We succeed because we do it together.
With us, you will have the opportunity to realise your potential and become an important member of our global team.
Interested to join?
If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your application with salary request and CV.
Bromma is part of Kalmar.
About Kalmar
Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2024, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion. Seniority level
Seniority level Internship
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Machinery Manufacturing
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Location: Singapore

Reports to: Director, Research, Development & Innovation Partnerships, APAC

About the Role

We are seeking a driven and intellectually curious Program Manager to join our Research, Development & Innovation Partnerships team in APAC. This role will be pivotal in managing and scaling our portfolio of research programs, pilots, and innovation initiatives across the region.

You will work at the intersection of research, business, and client engagement—collaborating with senior stakeholders inside and outside JLL to shape the future of work, corporate real estate, and the built environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a thoughtful, articulate professional eager to bring structure, insight, and creativity to complex, future-facing projects.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management

• Lead, coordinate, and track innovation and research programs across APAC—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to high quality standards.
• Manage timelines, resources, and communications across internal and external teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with senior client leaders, internal business units, and external collaborators to align on goals, milestones, and deliverables.
• Facilitate project reviews, steering committees, and stakeholder updates with clarity and confidence.

Research & Insights

• Support the design, execution, and evaluation of studies, pilots, and experiments on workplace performance, experience, and emerging technologies.
• Translate complex findings into actionable insights and recommendations.

Data & Reporting

• Collect, manage, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data from projects.
• Prepare clear and compelling reports, dashboards, and presentations for diverse audiences.

Partnerships & Ecosystem Development

• Assist in identifying, nurturing, and managing collaborations with academic institutions, start-ups, and industry innovators.
• Track partnership outcomes and knowledge exchange opportunities.

Knowledge Sharing & Storytelling

• Capture and synthesize lessons learned into case studies, playbooks, and thought leadership materials.
• Contribute to internal and external communications that position JLL as a leader in workplace innovation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Economics, Design, or a related field; Master's degree a plus.
• Familiarity with the corporate real estate and workplace ecosystem (workplace strategy, facilities, design, or operations) through experience or academic exposure.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with comfort engaging senior leaders.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; adept at managing multiple priorities across regional projects.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau preferred.
• Demonstrated curiosity, creativity, and openness to experimentation in applying new ideas to real-world challenges.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across diverse cultures and teams.

Job Responsibilities
Tool Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions and process deviations.
Implement preventive and predictive maintenance plans to minimize downtime.
Maintain spare parts inventory, tool history, and maintenance logs.
Performance Monitoring & Optimization
Monitor tool performance and optimize tool uptime and throughput while ensuring process stability and product quality.
Support productivity improvement initiatives such as cycle time reduction and automation upgrades.
Cross-Functional Support
Collaborate with process engineers, production teams, and quality engineers to resolve equipment-related yield or reliability issues.
Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring timely equipment readiness and process qualification.
Compliance & Documentation
Maintain equipment-related documentation including manuals, procedures, maintenance checklists, and safety protocols.
Ensure compliance with EHS regulations, cleanroom standards, and company safety policies.
Participate in audits and drive corrective actions for equipment-related findings.
Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Manager, as required to support the team and organizational goals.
Job Requirements
Professional Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
5–10+ years of experience as an equipment or maintenance engineer in semiconductor, substrate, or PCB manufacturing.
Hands-on experience with substrate process equipment such as coaters/developers, wet benches, plating tools, lamination presses, laser drills, or vacuum ovens.
Specialized Knowledge & Skills:
Familiarity with substrate technologies such as SAP/Damascene, ABF-based build-up layers, or glass core substrates.
Proficiency with troubleshooting tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) and root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone).
Experience with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), FMEA, and reliability engineering practices.
Strong teamwork, communication, and documentation skills.
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