192 Research Manager jobs in Singapore

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At GWI we’re always looking for extraordinary people who thrive on making an extraordinary impact. Right now we’re looking for a Research Manager to play a key role in ourcustom Research team in Singapore. If that’s you, and making a difference gets you out of bed in the morning, keep reading. It could be the start of something, well, extraordinary.

As ourResearch Manager you’ll work closely with some of the region’s most ambitious brands, helping them tackle their most important questions through bespoke research.

We’re looking for a versatile quantitative researcher, confident in managing a wide range of study types — including Audience Profiling, Purchase Journeys, Creative Testing, Ad Effectiveness, U&As, Segmentation, Brand Health Tracking, and more. You’ll also play a key role in supporting our Revenue team — helping to scope new projects, build compelling proposals, and bring the best of GWI’s custom solutions to life for both prospective and existing clients.

It’s also fun; shaking things up is what working for a growing company is all about. So you’ll need to be flexible, comfortable with continuous change, and happy working in a high-tempo environment as we grow.

You’ll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you’re willing to learn. Here’s what the team will be looking for:

Proven experience managing end-to-end quantitative research projects, ideally in an agency or client-facing setting.

Confidence working across a variety of methodologies — from Ad and Concept Testing to U&As, Audience Profiling, Segmentation, and Brand Health Tracking.

Strong client communication skills — able to translate complex data into commercially relevant insights and lead conversations with senior stakeholders.

Ability to design thoughtful questionnaires, analyse data for meaning (not just numbers), and craft clear, compelling stories in presentations.

Comfortable juggling multiple deadlines and priorities, with a sharp eye for detail across the entire research lifecycle.

Equally important is attitude. We want people who think big (to make an impact), ask why (to find a better way), and show respect (to everyone, at every level, all the time). Those are our values, exemplified by our leadership team, and they’re a big part of what we’re looking for in you.

Preliminary phone screen with the Talent Team

First video interview with the hiring managers

Second (and usually the final*) video interview with the hiring panel, often including a presentation, followed by a values conversation with members of the wider GWI community.

*Don’t be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it’s all part of the plan for some of our roles.

GWI is modernized consumer research; global, on-demand, and accessible to everyone, not just data experts. Our platform is designed for companies looking for fresh and insightful data about their consumers’ values, purchase journeys, media usage, and social media habits.

With data representing the views of nearly 3 billion people across 52+ countries, GWI has become the go-to for agencies, brands, and media companies that want to know what really drives their audience to action.

Since launching in 2009 we’ve grown at a healthy pace, and to maintain this growth we need more extraordinary people. Hence this ad. Hence you.

You’ll do the sort of work that got you excited about your career in the first place - not as a cog in a machine, but as an individual whose contribution matters. So gigantic job satisfaction comes as standard, but it’s only part of the package. You’ll also get:

Tons of days off: 25 days annual leave | Xmas office closures

More than a great salary: Medical and Dental Plan

Great work-life balance : Flexitime | early Friday finishes | Work-from-anywhere options

Family-focused flexibility: Carer days | Enhanced parental leave

A commitment to YOU: Accredited learning programs | A commitment to mental and physical health | Reward and recognition programs | Career development opportunities

A commitment to the community: DE&I committee | Volunteer options | 100% donation matching

Put all that together and GWI is the friendliest, most fulfilling place any of us has ever worked.

We take DE&I seriously. Not only is it obviously the right thing to do, it’s also the bedrock of our value of show respect and at the heart of our company culture.

We’re a global data business, so it’s essential our data reflects the global reality. Putting diversity into practice like this literally makes our business stronger.That’s why we strive to make our offices - and our teams - as diverse as our data. Want to know more? Take a look at our Life page on LinkedIn to learn more about our DE&I initiatives.

The point is, GWI is a place where you can genuinely feel at home, express yourself, and make your mark - whoever you are.

As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from disabled candidates and are dedicated to providing all relevant assistance during the application and interview process. We also encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented and marginalized communities, to join our team.

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Responsible for technical discussions regarding Data Centre products, negotiating tenders, designing overall solutions and procedures, and participating in the acceptance and internal verifications of testings.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Project coordination management, solution development, bid preparation, and management of documents involved during the process.

2. Project product development management.

3. Management of project debugging technical support, coordination of project resources, resolving technical issues, and ensuring the smooth implementation of the project.

4. Control project costs, optimize resource allocation, and ensure reasonable use of the project budget.

5. Responsible for technical coordination with designing , construction units, and suppliers to ensure the solution is implemented effectively.

6. Supervise engineering acceptance and delivery to ensure the project meets design standards and industry requirements.

7. Organize technical training to improve team expertise and optimize engineering management processes.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree or higher is required.

• Applicants for the senior role should currently be in a deputy department-level leadership position (Technical Deputy Manager), with at least 2 years of experience at this level. Applicants for the deputy department-level position should have at least 5 years of work experience within the company. Experience with the full process of Data Centre project implementation is preferred.

• Skills and Knowledge: Proficient in Office software, English proficiency at CET-4 level or above, able to read and write technical documents, and communicate in business settings.

• Bilingual in Mandarin and English preferred so as to liase with our stakeholders in China.

Key Competencies and Qualities

• Strong project management, technical support, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to coordinate technical solutions and manage resources effectively.

Systems and Processes to be Followed in This Role

• QGWDG.B717-2024 Land-based Generator Set Application Development Control Procedure

• QG/WDG.B718-2025 Data Centre and Power Station Application Development Control Procedure

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

1. Project Coordination Timeliness: The proportion of projects where the technical solution is formed in a timely manner compared to total projects, target ≥95%.

2. Product Development Accuracy: The ratio of correct products developed in the project compared to the total number of products developed, target ≥95%.

3. BOM Design Timeliness: The timely rate of project BOM design completion, target ≥95%.

4. Internal Confirmation Participation Rate: The degree of internal participation in the acceptance and confirmation of equipment, target ≥95%.

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Job Description

• Develops and implements research and development procedures and techniques through manages and directs the research and development programs to meet organizational needs and to capitalize on potential new products. So as to enable new products / profitable resigned and developments are at all time competitive in the global market.
• To be remained competitive in the global market at all time, collaboration with HQ Research Development & Design Team and Singapore Research & Design Team to maximizes product profitability and improve product performances. Assures competitiveness and innovation of products and processes from a technological and design standpoint, in line with the HQ’s guidelines
• Ensures and consolidates that the growth of the technical "know-how" within the working group is shared and constantly increasing
• Applies all relevant international regulations/norms/standards.
• The research and development of all new development must be carried out through speedy coordinate, manage and control so as to enable production processes can be implemented based on the concept of Production System (NYPS).

SCOPE OF WORK:

• Manage the day to day activities of a team of RDD Engineers whose activities may include

a) devising research methods,

b) setting up laboratory test equipment.

c) building models and prototypes

d) calculating and analyzing test results

e) preparing technical specifications

f) designing prototypes

• Coordinate, recreate and implement profitable redesign programs so as to enable the existing products are always competitive in the market.
• Collaborate with Centers and departments to improve the product factory cost through reduction of material / component and hour rate so as to remain competitive at all time.
• Lead most complex, controversial, or significant research projects, evaluate findings and prepare detailed reports with recommendation and conclusions.
• Estimate the costs, resources and time required to implement the organization’s annual R&D goals and monitor the performance of research projects to ensure target are met.
• Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with the external scientific community.
• Select and manage ongoing relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure the organization receives satisfactory standards of service.
• Lead, direct, evaluate and develop a research team to ensure that research is conducted within established budgets and according to established scientific standards
• Participate in company business management.

a) Participates in the development of Business targets setting and budgets recommendation to execute the smooth running of his department.

b) Support on Manpower recruitment if required, trains and perform Performance Appraises of subordinates.

c) Assignments and changes employee’s status in accordance with the company policy on manpower renewal and succession.

d) Manage his staffs to exercise their potential contribution to the Organization.

• Other assignments designated to meet the Organization Management

a) Collaborate and support the execution of improvement programs.

I. New Yokogawa Production System

II. Small group (LETS) activities.

III. Improvement task force to enhance quality and productivity improvement.

b) Enhance the existing accreditation management system through establishment of new procedures writing, updating and review of work standard.

· ISO 9001, Quality Management System (QMS).

· ISO 14001, Environmental Management System (EMS).

· ISO 45001, Occupation Health & Safety Management (OHSAS)

c) Collaborate and support in closing of Nonconformance and put in place a corrective and preventive action plan, when requested from other department.

d) Ensure and maintain that 6S + S Management are in place at all times.

e) Collaborate and lead by example so as to meet the compliance of Corporate Governance.

Requirement

• Master of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical or Electronics Engineering with at least 12 years of related working experiences;
• In-dept of knowledge of Distributed Control Systems Products & Measuring Instruments and the application of each products

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What The Role Is

You play a pivotal role in safeguarding Singapore’s defence and security interests by conducting research to help the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) understand the latest developments in the coast guard space and its implications.

What The Role Is

You play a pivotal role in safeguarding Singapore’s defence and security interests by conducting research to help the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) understand the latest developments in the coast guard space and its implications.

What You Will Be Working On

• Conduct research on coast guards of interest and the broader coast guard space
• Synergise research with academic and military research partners
• Prepare research products to apprise RSN, MINDEF and Whole-of-Government (WoG) leadership on key developments
  
  
  

• Understanding the implications to the RSN and its concerns and interests with regard to the coast guard space
  
  
  

• Education in Political Studies or International Relations
• At least 5 years experience in defence relations or research jobs is preferred
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills
• Interest and good understanding of geopolitical issues
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Good interpersonal skills
  
  
  

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Research and Analyst
• Industries Government Administration and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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Research and development (R&D) managers qualifications, including:

• Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field, science or technology
• Experience: two years of experience in R&D roles
• Communication: The ability to communicate with various departments across the business
• Leadership: The ability to lead a staff
• Technical expertise: The ability to document and interpret complex requirements
• Innovation: The ability to develop new products, improve existing processes
• Business sense: An understanding of both business and science

R&D managers are responsible for planning and executing strategies to foster new ideas and advancements. A compelling CV for this role should demonstrate a balance of creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership skills

• Develops and implements R&D strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives.
• Identifies and evaluates potential new products, technologies, or processes.
• Leads and manages R&D projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Manages project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team.
• Collaborates with other departments, such as marketing, engineering, and manufacturing, to ensure successful product development and launch.
• Identifies and evaluates emerging trends and technologies.
• Conducts research and experiments to develop new products or improve existing ones.
• Ensures that R&D activities are aligned with industry standards and regulations.
• Manages the R&D budget and ensures that resources are allocated effectively.
• Provides regular reports on R&D progress and performance to management.
• Analyzes data and findings from research and development projects to identify areas for improvement.
  

• Develops and implements R&D strategies that align with the company's overall business objectives.
• Identifies and evaluates potential new products, technologies, or processes.
• Leads and manages R&D projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Manages project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team.
• Collaborates with other departments, such as marketing, engineering, and manufacturing, to ensure successful product development and launch.
• Identifies and evaluates emerging trends and technologies.
• Conducts research and experiments to develop new products or improve existing ones.
• Ensures that R&D activities are aligned with industry standards and regulations.
• Manages the R&D budget and ensures that resources are allocated effectively.
• Provides regular reports on R&D progress and performance to management.
• Analyzes data and findings from research and development projects to identify areas for improvement.
  

Research and development (R&D) managers qualifications, including:

• Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field, science or technology
• Experience: two years of experience in R&D roles
• Communication: The ability to communicate with various departments across the business
• Leadership: The ability to lead a staff
• Technical expertise: The ability to document and interpret complex requirements
• Innovation: The ability to develop new products, improve existing processes
• Business sense: An understanding of both business and science

R&D managers are responsible for planning and executing strategies to foster new ideas and advancements. A compelling CV for this role should demonstrate a balance of creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership skills

SSG is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering individuals and shaping the future of Singapore's workforce. As a statutory board under the Ministry of Education, SSG leads the charge in driving the SkillsFuture movement, a national initiative that promotes lifelong learning and skills development. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, SSG works closely with employers, training providers, and individuals to create a vibrant ecosystem of learning and growth. By offering a wide range of initiatives, programs, and funding schemes, SSG enables individuals to unlock their full potential, acquire new competencies, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing job market.

Join the SPD team in SSG. We drive strategic coherence across the organisation, while sparking new forms of thinking and conceptualise new national and agency level policies to advance SSG’s mission in supporting the SkillsFuture movement. We also advance research aligned to the SSG strategic priorities to facilitate evidence-based policymaking, programme development and improvements to practice.

The Manager/Senior Manager in the Research Office of the Strategic Planning Division will play a pivotal role in advancing the SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) Research Agenda. This involves engaging with local and international research communities, identifying emerging trends in Continuing Education and Training (CET), and integrating research findings to inform policy and programme planning. The role requires a proactive approach in driving collaborations and translating research insights into actionable policies and programmes, aligned with SSG's mission to enhance Singapore's workforce skills development.

Research Engagement and Collaboration:

• Advance SSG's Research Agenda by engaging with the local and international research community
• Benchmark Singapore's progress and learn best practices through reviews and collaborations

Trend Analysis and Research Anticipation:

• Identify and anticipate research interests and needs based on CET trends and insights from experts
• Ensure the currency of SSG’s Research Agenda to inform policymaking and programme planning

Research Integration and Synthesis:

• Integrate research findings and conduct literature reviews on priority areas in the CET landscape
• Support policy reviews and implementations through comprehensive research syntheses

Translation of Research and Evaluation of Outcomes:

• Drive collaboration with researchers and stakeholders to translate research findings into policies and programmes
• Oversee evaluation studies to assess impact of SSG’s policies and programmes, including management of longitudinal assessment tools

Research Planning and Secretariat Duties:

• Plan and implement research ideations and discussions with stakeholders
• Perform secretariat duties for key meeting platforms, ensuring effective communication and coordination

What we are looking for

• Possess the required competencies to execute the job duties proficiently
• Strong ability to synthesise a broad range of information and logically structure findings
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to multi-task and balance competing priorities, often under tight deadlines
• Proven experience in engaging stakeholders and driving fruitful collaborations
• Resourcefulness and a strong drive to achieve results
• Ability to anticipate needs and make informed judgement calls within the scope of responsibilities
• Prior experience in research and/or longitudinal panel study is advantageous
• Proficiency in data analytics is appreciated

Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance and may be considered for an extension or be placed on a permanent tenure.

Candidates are encouraged to sign up for a Careers & Skills Passport (CSP) account and include your CSP public profile in your resume. Please check out for details on the CSP.