31 Research Director jobs in Singapore

Apply for the Associate Director (Research Systems) role at National University of Singapore.
About NUS IT
NUS Information Technology is the cornerstone to providing reliable, high-performance and secure IT solutions and effective IT governance for the campus. Here at NUS IT, we aim to transform NUS into a borderless computing community providing knowledge at its fingertips by enhancing the use of effective applications and services for teaching and learning.
Job Description
Serve as the principal IT partner and Project Director for LKYSPP, leading the planning, delivery, compliance, and governance of all major IT and digital initiatives. Act as the conduit between school stakeholders and NUS IT, ensuring that the school’s IT requirements are met in alignment with university standards, and supporting robust technology adoption for teaching, research, and administration.
Duties and Responsibilities
IT Partnership & Project Directorship
IT Governance, Forums & Compliance
IT Solutioning & Technology Enablement
Stakeholder Management & Communication
Operational & Strategic Support
Strategic Associate (BTC)
Vendor & Technical Management
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
At least 8 years of relevant experience, with 3+ years in an IT leadership/Project Director role.
Proven track record in IT project management, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
Experience in higher education or public sector desirable.
Key Competencies
Strong project and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Expertise in IT risk, compliance, and vendor management.
Ability to bridge business and technical requirements.
Collaborative team-player with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
Location and Additional Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: NUS Information Technology
Department: Applications - Faculty & Research Systems
Employee Referral Eligible: Yes
Job requisition ID: 30619
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The Assistant Director will provide leadership and administrative oversight for a multidisciplinary centre focused on holistic learning and development. The role involves driving strategic initiatives, managing operations, supporting research and policy implementation, and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders at both local and national levels.

• Centre Administration & Strategy
  Lead the administration of the Centre, including strategy development and implementation in collaboration with the Executive Director and Management Team. Oversee Centre operations and activities while maintaining effective communication with senior internal and external stakeholders.

• Leadership & Operations
  Work alongside and deputise for the Executive Director and Management Team in supervising daily administrative functions, overseeing project management, strategic planning, budgeting, manpower planning, and stakeholder engagement. Develop and implement processes that support operational efficiency, research, policy activities, and Centre-wide initiatives.

• Outreach & Engagement
  Lead outreach efforts with government, industry, policy, and research stakeholders through events such as webinars, seminars, workshops, and conferences at both local and national levels.

• Procurement & Compliance
  Oversee negotiations and agreements related to procurement, projects, grants, sponsorships, and donations, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations. Manage audit queries as needed.

• Strategic Planning & Reporting
  Drive the development and delivery of the Centre’s strategic workplan, ensuring timely achievement of deliverables, milestones, and budgetary goals. Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders.

• Communications & Visibility
  Oversee communication strategies, including website content, publications, and research dissemination, in coordination with institutional and national communication teams.

• People Management
  Manage and guide Centre staff through direct and matrix reporting structures, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

• Representation
  Represent and deputise for the Executive Director in meetings, events, and other official functions as required.

• Other Duties
  Perform other related responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director and Management Team.

Requirements:

• A good first degree in management, education, communication, or any other relevant discipline
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in administration, operations, or project management, preferably within a higher education or research environment.
• Strong strategic and creative thinking abilities, with a track record of driving organisational initiatives
• Proven experience in managing, tracking, and presenting budgets clearly and effectively.
• Meticulous, detail-oriented, and well-organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines independently.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams; prior managerial experience in higher education is preferred.
• Collaborative and flexible, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Inclusive, respectful, and engaging working style.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams); advanced Excel skills preferred for budget management and reporting.
• Skilled in using virtual meeting and conferencing tools such as Zoom.
• Basic understanding of social media management and engagement across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Familiarity with project management software will be an advantage.

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Description of Role:
This Director leads GAIP’s life, health, retirement, climate-related and protection gaps-related research and initiatives, and Policy Dialogues initiatives. This role will also oversee administrational operational functions, ensuring strategic alignment and operational effectiveness in delivering valuable insights and practical solutions for GAIP’s partners.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
· Direct and manage life, health, retirement, climate risk and protection gap research projects, ensuring outputs are rigorous, actionable, and aligned with partner needs.
· Lead the policy engagement and dialogue strategy and initiatives, positioning GAIP as a thought leader capable of influencing policy and industry practices, and more importantly, GAIP to be the catalyst in Asia to create action from insights and dialogues.
· Manage and coordinate comprehensive operational functions, including office administration, IT infrastructure, data management, general administrative processes, and vendor management.
· Facilitate industry engagement via the Life and Health Working Group, driving collaborative projects and knowledge sharing.
· Contribute strategically to fundraising and partnership engagement activities, articulating the value proposition to potential and existing partners.
· Support other initiatives or operational matters as required.
Key Requirements:
· At least 10-15 years of professional experience in life and health insurance, actuarial science, risk management, or closely related fields.
· Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, actuarial modelling, or risk analytics.
· Organisational and operational management skills, including experience managing administrative teams and operational resources.
· Proven ability in fostering effective collaborations across diverse stakeholders including industry, regulatory bodies, and academia.
· Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills, capable of influencing diverse audiences.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail, and strategic thinker with a strong ability to translate complex issues into actionable insights and practical policy recommendations.
What we offer:
Beyond competitive compensation, we offer an opportunity to work at the leading edge of some of the most significant challenges facing the globe. We also believe in the importance of growth and balance – which means:

• Flexible work arrangements;
• Flexible benefits;
• International exposure;
• Generous leave; and
• A great environment to grow your career.
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This senior leadership role involves overseeing the operations of a cytology department, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care.

• Provide strategic direction to the cytology department.
• Manage and supervise cytology staff.
• Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork within the department.
• Oversee technical operations, including specimen receipt, processing, and analysis.
• Prepare stains, mount slides, and microscopically study cells from the human body to detect evidence of cancer, hormonal abnormalities, and other pathological conditions.

Candidates with relevant experience in cytology, along with a degree in Biomedical Science or Biochemistry, will be considered for this role. A certified cytotechnologist by Cytotechnology International Academy of Cytology is also required.

What the role is:
Singapore is internationally renowned for our transport infrastructure and for being a global aviation and maritime hub. At the Ministry of Transport (MOT), we spearhead developments in our air, land and sea transport sectors to advance Singapore’s economic competitiveness and Singaporeans’ quality of life. We seek dynamic, analytical and committed individuals to join our able MOT team in realising our vision of a global interconnected transport hub. If you share our vision and possess the qualities we seek, do join us!
What you will be working on:
Support & execute communications research framework and workflow for the MOT Family
Working with multiple stakeholders to develop and execute communications research projects (e.g. sensing reports for identified MOT Family issues and announcements, brand perception studies) to ensure that our communication efforts resonate with key stakeholders within an ever-changing operating environment (e.g. how public perceptions and behaviours are shaped by various influences & recommending potential interventions to improve comms & engagement outcomes)
Ensure the accurate and timely reporting of research to assess effects of strategic communication campaigns on public perception
Develop a system to integrate various data sources to holistically evaluate and guide the MOT family’s communications & engagement effortse
Support the planning and execution of message testing and red teaming to shape comms & engagement strategies
Building predictive analysis capabilities for MOT Family’s sense-making of public sentiments and issues through existing and emerging research tools and technologies
Work with Strategic Comms planning and media/marketing operations colleagues to refine comms actions and responses based on data-driven insightsh
Performing administrative duties including procurement, budget monitoring, financial duties, business review of agencies/vendors, etc.
What we are looking for:
Personal Competencies:
Strong mastery of Communication Research skills
Excellent strategic thinking, analytical and conceptualisation skills
Excellent writing & presentation skills
Able to multi-task and manage priorities
Adaptable and enjoys working with people
Self-motivated and driven
Resourceful and Resilient; able to work in a fast-paced & volatile environment
About Ministry of Transport
The Mission of Ministry of Transport is to develop Singapore's land, sea and air transport sectors so as to enhance our economic competitiveness and quality of life in a knowledge-based economy. MOT oversees the development and regulation of the following sectors: Civil Aviation and Air Transport, Maritime and Ports, Land Transport. Besides providing an efficient and cost-effective transportation in Singapore, it also strives to make Singapore an international civil aviation and maritime centre for the region. The ministry sets the strategic and policy direction while operations and regulatory works are carried out by the statutory boards under its charge. There are four statutory boards which are established by Acts of Parliament: the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), the Land Transport Authority (LTA), the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and the Public Transport Council (PTC). The ministry also oversees the operation of the Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB).
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One north MRT
Mon - Fri, office hours
1-year contract
Responsibilities
Develop compelling content
for digital, social media, press releases, speeches, and print materials.
Plan, execute, and monitor integrated marketing campaigns
to build awareness and engagement.
Organise and manage events, workshops, and outreach initiatives
to promote research and technologies.
Collaborate with Corporate Communications on media announcements, corporate initiatives, VIP engagements, and branding guidelines.
Partner with internal stakeholders (across divisions, departments, and research units) and external collaborators to uncover and share impactful stories.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related discipline with minimally 5 years of relevant experience
in marketing communications, corporate communications, PR, journalism, or digital content creation.
Proficiency in graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) and video editing tools is an advantage.
Resourceful, adaptable, proactive, and able to navigate a large, complex organizational environment effectively.
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Sector:
Healthcare / Research
Location:
West Region
Employment Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
Up to $12,000/month (commensurate with experience)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced leader to drive health services research and analytics that will shape healthcare delivery and policy. This role requires expertise in data science, research management, and stakeholder collaboration, with the ability to translate findings into actionable strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage research teams, working with clinicians to deliver impactful studies.
Design, implement, and evaluate research projects aligned with national healthcare priorities.
Collaborate with healthcare institutions, academic partners, and government agencies.
Identify and secure research grants, including competitive healthcare and AI funding.
Mentor junior researchers and build research capacity within the department.
Translate research outcomes into practical insights for healthcare policy and operations.
Requirements
Master’s Degree (or higher) in Statistics, Business Analytics, Data Science, or related field.
At least 10 years of research/analytics experience, with 4+ years in a managerial role.
Proven track record in clinical/health services research and project management.
Experience in securing research grants (healthcare/AI focus preferred).
Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
Knowledge of healthcare operations in Singapore is advantageous.
Familiarity with data analytics and AI applications in healthcare.
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Overview
Director - APAC Capital Markets Research
Join to apply for the Director - APAC Capital Markets Research role at CBRE Singapore.
About The Role: As a CBRE APAC Research Director, you will collaborate with the Investor Thought Leadership team and Asia Pacific research teams to analyze real estate trends, economic issues, and capital markets across major Asia Pacific regions. This role requires a keen interest in real estate economics, to provide comprehensive insights for both occupiers and investors.
What You'll Do
Direct quality, consistency, and production of internal and external research reports, presentations, market forecasts, etc.
Oversee market forecasting and create visions. Ensure deliverables meet corporate standards.
Conduct semi-annual and quarterly top-down modeling to forecast real estate occupier fundamentals and investment returns.
Formulate complex strategic reports that identify new investment strategies and opportunities.
Review and enhance custom real estate occupier fundamentals forecasts for all high-profile regional acquisition opportunities.
Participate in the reviewing and writing of the periodical set of publications that communicate house view to external clients.
Apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles, advanced techniques, and theories to create unprecedented solutions.
Showcase in-depth expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques, and/or technologies within own function.
What You'll Need
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 10-15 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Experience and exposure to Asia Pacific commercial real estate market with familiarity in real estate capital markets
Strong presentation skills
Multi-dimensional, conceptual, and innovative thinking to develop new solutions.
Ability to identify and solve the most complex problems.
Expert organizational skills with an unrivaled inquisitive mindset.
Expert math skills. Ability to calculate complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial related calculations.
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
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