Total 23 administrative assistant job vacancies in Islandwide

The Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals, Energy and Environment (ISCE2) was established by A*STAR in 2022 to support Singapore's sustainability goals, including the Singapore Green Plan and Zero Waste Masterplan, through strong international partnerships with industry, public agencies, and academia. ISCE2 is located at Jurong Island.

The Programme Manager will manage the A*STAR Net Zero Nexus Sandbox, a pivotal initiative focused on driving Singapore's transition to a net-zero future. This role will oversee the entire programme lifecycle, from startup recruitment and support to ensuring the successful commercialization and scaling of cutting-edge climate technologies. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in managing innovation programs, a passion for sustainability, and the ability to bridge the gap between early-stage research and commercial deployment in the energy, chemicals, and environmental sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Management:
  • Oversee the design, execution, and management of ISCE2’s startup engagement programmes. Work with vendors and partners to run the programme.
  • Act as the central point of contact for all stakeholders, including startups, corporate partners, and investors.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Work closely with A*STAR’s Innovation and Enterprise division (Venture, Creation and Growth team) to coordinate the Net Zero Nexus Sandbox.
  • Build and maintain relationships with investors, corporations, research experts, and governmental agencies. Develop a network of partners that can support startups working with ISCE2.
  • Engage startups in the energy, chemicals, and circular economy sectors to participate in the sandbox.
• Programme Development:
  • Manage a calendar of workshops, fireside chats, and pitch sessions, connecting startups with venture capitalists and industry experts and facilitating mentor sessions.
  • Ensure startups are equipped with the knowledge and resources needed for technology commercialization, such as process engineering, and IP management.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, environmental science, chemistry, or a related field. A background in sustainability or climate tech is highly preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in programme management, innovation ecosystems, or startup acceleration.
• Proven track record in supporting the commercialization of technologies, especially in the energy, chemicals, or biotechnology sectors.
• Familiarity with Singapore's sustainability landscape and experience working with public sector agencies, corporates, and startups.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to navigate complex technology development lifecycles, from research to commercialization.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify opportunities for collaboration and growth within the climate tech ecosystem.

Innovation Factory

We are a multi-disciplinary design team whose primary role is to identify opportunities and problems that others choose to ignore and solve it with innovative and ingenious solutions that defy convention using proven technologies or innovations. Through compelling presentations with stunning product visuals to highlight the benefits of the featured innovation, it encourages technological adoption. We bridge the gap between technologies and customers by acting as a catalyst for greater idea generation and getting customers to understand innovation better from a layman perspective.

Job Summary:

As you unleash your creativity and competencies, you will establish strong partnerships with new and existing industry members, work with engineers to build world-class products and applications for our customers. By understanding our customers’ real business and product needs, you strive to deliver goals, create impacts, and enjoy working in a dedicated cross-functional team environment. You will develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps aligned with our objectives and business plan.

Responsibilities:

• Achieve goals in the translation of R&D outcomes to viable products and solutions.
• Analyze market trends by category, develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps and new growth markets.
• Build and manage project, business and technology portfolio in order to develop business opportunities and generate revenue streams.
• Prepare compelling presentations and proposals for organisation’s value proposition and sales efforts.
• Organise and facilitate workshops to build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners.
• Collaborate closely with A*STAR Industry Development Group, research entities, and other Centres of Innovation.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Highly motivated to deliver high-quality and professional ethics with passion for business development, and managing customer relationships.
• Strong business acumen, and results-oriented with a strategic mindset.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and able to adapt in a fast-paced business environment.
• Bonus – Sustainability framework in Product Management: Develop and implement strategies for integrating sustainability and energy efficiency into the product lifecycle, from conception to market launch.
• Bonus – Experience in a sustainability or ESG-related role, demonstrating a track record of innovation and delivering tangible business value.
• Bonus – Experience within the Aircraft Interiors, Medical device or other regulated industry.

Innovation Factory

We are a multi-disciplinary design team whose primary role is to identify opportunities and problems that others choose to ignore and solve it with innovative and ingenious solutions that defy convention using proven technologies or innovations. Through compelling presentations with stunning product visuals to highlight the benefits of the featured innovation, it encourages technological adoption. We bridge the gap between technologies and customers by acting as a catalyst for greater idea generation and getting customers to understand innovation better from a layman perspective.

Job Summary:

As you unleash your creativity and competencies, you will establish strong partnerships with new and existing industry members, work with engineers to build world-class products and applications for our customers. By understanding our customers’ real business and product needs, you strive to deliver goals, create impacts, and enjoy working in a dedicated cross-functional team environment. You will develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps aligned with our objectives and business plan.

Responsibilities:

• Achieve goals in the translation of R&D outcomes to viable products and solutions.
• Analyze market trends by category, develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps and new growth markets.
• Build and manage project, business and technology portfolio in order to develop business opportunities and generate revenue streams.
• Prepare compelling presentations and proposals for organisation’s value proposition and sales efforts.
• Organise and facilitate workshops to build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners.
• Collaborate closely with A*STAR Industry Development Group, research entities, and other Centres of Innovation.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Highly motivated to deliver high-quality and professional ethics with passion for business development, and managing customer relationships.
• Strong business acumen, and results-oriented with a strategic mindset.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and able to adapt in a fast-paced business environment.
• Bonus – Sustainability framework in Product Management: Develop and implement strategies for integrating sustainability and energy efficiency into the product lifecycle, from conception to market launch.
• Bonus – Experience in a sustainability or ESG-related role, demonstrating a track record of innovation and delivering tangible business value.
• Bonus – Experience within the Aircraft Interiors, Medical device or other regulated industry.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Innovation Factory

We are a multi-disciplinary design team whose primary role is to identify opportunities and problems that others choose to ignore and solve it with innovative and ingenious solutions that defy convention using proven technologies or innovations. Through compelling presentations with stunning product visuals to highlight the benefits of the featured innovation, it encourages technological adoption. We bridge the gap between technologies and customers by acting as a catalyst for greater idea generation and getting customers to understand innovation better from a layman perspective.

Job Summary:

As you unleash your creativity and competencies, you will establish strong partnerships with new and existing industry members, work with engineers to build world-class products and applications for our customers. By understanding our customers’ real business and product needs, you strive to deliver goals, create impacts, and enjoy working in a dedicated cross-functional team environment. You will develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps aligned with our objectives and business plan.

Responsibilities:

• Achieve goals in the translation of R&D outcomes to viable products and solutions.
• Analyze market trends by category, develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps and new growth markets.
• Build and manage project, business and technology portfolio in order to develop business opportunities and generate revenue streams.
• Prepare compelling presentations and proposals for organisation’s value proposition and sales efforts.
• Organise and facilitate workshops to build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners.
• Collaborate closely with A*STAR Industry Development Group, research entities, and other Centres of Innovation.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Highly motivated to deliver high-quality and professional ethics with passion for business development, and managing customer relationships.
• Strong business acumen, and results-oriented with a strategic mindset.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and able to adapt in a fast-paced business environment.
• Bonus – Sustainability framework in Product Management: Develop and implement strategies for integrating sustainability and energy efficiency into the product lifecycle, from conception to market launch.
• Bonus – Experience in a sustainability or ESG-related role, demonstrating a track record of innovation and delivering tangible business value.
• Bonus – Experience within the Aircraft Interiors, Medical device or other regulated industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager on project documentation, system entries and ensuring compliance to project management process and best practices.
• Lead and maintain project management systems and tools
• Ensure compliance of project information and documentation in grant and project management systems.
• Consolidate and analyze project data and create project dashboards and reports
• Track and monitor project health
• Support other operational activities of the Project Management Office as required
• Responsible for managing the life cycle R&D projects and product delivery by planning, organizing, executing, and evaluating from conception to completion
• Ensure successful delivery of project scope and targets while managing project risk, quality, delivery, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate and motivate project team members in the design, development, and delivery of R&D solutions to customers.
• Drive design / process validation testing and ensure compliance to project lifecycle governance requirements
• Ability to demonstrate a good level of understanding of technical/engineering processes in managing the project development with the project teams
• Lead, monitor and report the progress of a few projects to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and implement project changes and interventions to achieve project deliverables and mitigate risk.

Job Requirements

• Min. Diploma in Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Have some knowledge in project management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft excel and Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for presentation of information in a logical approach
• Ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently and as a team

Resourcing

• Consistently review staff headcount across teams in relation to overall EOM budget
• Partner HODs to support and facilitate resourcing needs
• Work with HQ Recruitment team to support Strategic Hiring

Talent Development

• Execute the talent management processes to identify, develop and retain talent to sustain a healthy succession pipeline for leadership and key positions
• Review and enhance the talent management framework to ensure progressive talent management policies and processes
• Engage management on career development and rotation plans for talent, and succession plans for key positions
• Ensure proper follow-through of key decisions undertaken at talent review meetings

Employee Engagement

• Organize annual engagement sessions with HODs and partner with HODs to address critical people related issues. Work with HODs to ensure follow-through and publish key actions.
• Demonstrate good understanding and appreciation of ground sentiments, and be able to synthesize data, and harness key insights in the process of translating Organisational Development (OD) objectives into employee engagement and communication strategies.
• Plan, design and execute engagement strategies to improve the employee experience and work culture and understanding needs of our people
• Develop initiatives that deliver a more positive employee experience
• Coordinates with vendors and/or managers to organize regular team building activities

Employee Recognition

• Lead employee recognition initiatives
• Any other task/initiatives as assigned

Requirements

• Preferably 2 years of experience in HR, in the area of Talent Management or Employee Engagement
• Strong analytical ability with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven track record in stakeholder management
• Able to work effectively independently and in teams

Job Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager on project documentation, system entries and ensuring compliance to project management process and best practices.
• Lead and maintain project management systems and tools
• Ensure compliance of project information and documentation in grant and project management systems.
• Consolidate and analyze project data and create project dashboards and reports
• Track and monitor project health
• Support other operational activities of the Project Management Office as required
• Responsible for managing the life cycle R&D projects and product delivery by planning, organizing, executing, and evaluating from conception to completion
• Ensure successful delivery of project scope and targets while managing project risk, quality, delivery, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate and motivate project team members in the design, development, and delivery of R&D solutions to customers.
• Drive design / process validation testing and ensure compliance to project lifecycle governance requirements
• Ability to demonstrate a good level of understanding of technical/engineering processes in managing the project development with the project teams
• Lead, monitor and report the progress of a few projects to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and implement project changes and interventions to achieve project deliverables and mitigate risk.

Job Requirements

• Min. Diploma in Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Have some knowledge in project management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft excel and Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for presentation of information in a logical approach
• Ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently and as a team

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible to monitor ongoing construction projects and ensure that there are completed within project budget and schedule.

Central to it is to formulate relevant cost estimates during the project design phase and following monitor and manage project costs throughout the construction phase. Expected to support in resolving any disputes a between different parties involved in the construction project.

Key Accountabilities:

Tender: Manage the tender process from preparations to evaluation / recommendations. Understand the planning objectives to translate conceptual drawings to required quantities. Preparation of all cost estimates and bills of quantities (BOQ) and render document and conduct gap analysis on the BOQ and design drawings.

Price Benchmarking: Participate in pre-tending activities to obtain market sensing and raise relevant pre-bid queries in estimating the procurement value. Evaluate and benchmarking price.

Contract Management & Administration: Document, administer and advise on contractual disputes and matters. Standardise contract documents and advise in contractual execution, variations or disputes. Advise in mode of contracting with various parties, eg Consultants, Site Supervisors, Contractors, Sub-contractors etc.

Budget Management: Manage overall project finance from budget forecasting and actual invoice management. A strong sense of detailed (line item) project budget management, valuation of work done and handle claims and variations.

Stakeholder Management & Implementation: Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors and other stakeholders to achieve value for money.

Job Requirements:

• Possess at least 7 years of relevant experience in construction management or Quantity Surveyor (QS) experiences management, relevant experience in government procurement process and policies.
• Preferred to have professional membership or certifications in quantity survey or construction management.
• Background in quantity surveying, construction management or related field, or experience in quantity surveying or cost consulting, with experience executing and administering various contracting forms (D&B, NSC, DSC etc).
• Experience working on Biosafety regulated construction projects, including office and laboratory
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and environmental standards, and familiarity with contract law and construction contracts.
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to changes within a fast-paced environment.
• A self-driven and meticulous individual who has the strong ability to multi-task.

Job Description

The National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Cluster (NAMIC) was established on

1st October 2015, to be the collaborative partner in 3D printing technology creation

and innovation through working with different industries, agencies and institutions to

develop capabilities in additive manufacturing, innovate and accelerate additive

manufacturing to increase Singapore"s global manufacturing competitiveness.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team at the

NAMIC@Additive Innovation Centre (NAMIC@AIC) A*STAR Hub as the Asistant Manager, Tech Biz or Manager, Tech Biz.
The AIC Hub aims to introduce A*STAR’s integrated additive

manufacturing technology offerings that can benefit the industry, with the objective to

increase collaboration with key industry partners. The collaborations are targeted to

translate research into applications, promote pilot production and accelerate the

adoption of additive manufacturing (AM) in Singapore.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, evaluate and implement the AIC Hub"s goals, objectives and activities related to translating technology and driving AM industrial business growth.
• Formulate and execute effective business strategy and industry engagement to promote AM technology, industrial and entrepreneurial growth efforts to accelerate adoption of AM in Singapore.
• Engage companies to understand industry needs and technology requirements, and to collate and document the industry intelligence for the AIC Hub.
• Organize industry sharing events such as seminars, roundtable discussions, workshops to outreach to the industry.
• Work with AIC Hub manager, other A*STAR Research Institutes (RI)s’ Industry Development Managers (or equivalent) to drive business strategies and industry contacts / needs for R&D projects, including pilot production projects for the AIC Hub.
• Work with AIC Hub manager to link up external enquiries with A*STAR RIs’ internal expertise and capabilities.
• Work with Marcomm on marketing strategies for AIC Hub.
• Work with NAMIC Cluster Lead Party (CLP) to follow up on potential companies,
• Institutes of Higher Learning (IHL) and start-ups for projects, license agreement, co-funding and standards development.
• Secure collaboration partnerships and projects to meet the AIC Hub’s outcome and KPIs.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with the partners and take charge of all business aspects in the on-going AIC Hub’s projects.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum a degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Biomedical/Materials/Chemical Engineering, Science or equivalent education from a recognized university with at least 2 years of relevant working experience in the industry in business development.
• Proven track record in sales and marketing in additive manufacturing will be desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to follow up with industry inquires, negotiate business terms & pricing with customers and secure industry projects.
• Proven track record in fostering collaborations between industry, IHLs and/or
• public sector RIs.
• Ability to organise marketing and industry outreach activities to generate industry interest, grow project pipeline and secure industry projects.
• Experience in managing intellectual property and technology translation.
• Experience and knowledge in additive manufacturing trends, entire workflow for additive manufacturing industrialization and engineering product development will be prioritized.
• A self-starter with strong networking and collaboration skills.
• A strong communicator with good written, presentation and oral communication skills. A strategic thinker and problem-solver with an innovation mindset.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team, in a dynamic R&D environment.
• Strong relationship management skills with an outgoing and pleasant personality.
• Willing to take on required tasks beyond the job description.

Job Description

The National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Cluster (NAMIC) was established on

1st October 2015, to be the collaborative partner in 3D printing technology creation

and innovation through working with different industries, agencies and institutions to

develop capabilities in additive manufacturing, innovate and accelerate additive

manufacturing to increase Singapore"s global manufacturing competitiveness.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team at the

NAMIC@Additive Innovation Centre (NAMIC@AIC) A*STAR Hub as the Asistant Manager, Tech Biz or Manager, Tech Biz.
The AIC Hub aims to introduce A*STAR’s integrated additive

manufacturing technology offerings that can benefit the industry, with the objective to

increase collaboration with key industry partners. The collaborations are targeted to

translate research into applications, promote pilot production and accelerate the

adoption of additive manufacturing (AM) in Singapore.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, evaluate and implement the AIC Hub"s goals, objectives and activities related to translating technology and driving AM industrial business growth.
• Formulate and execute effective business strategy and industry engagement to promote AM technology, industrial and entrepreneurial growth efforts to accelerate adoption of AM in Singapore.
• Engage companies to understand industry needs and technology requirements, and to collate and document the industry intelligence for the AIC Hub.
• Organize industry sharing events such as seminars, roundtable discussions, workshops to outreach to the industry.
• Work with AIC Hub manager, other A*STAR Research Institutes (RI)s’ Industry Development Managers (or equivalent) to drive business strategies and industry contacts / needs for R&D projects, including pilot production projects for the AIC Hub.
• Work with AIC Hub manager to link up external enquiries with A*STAR RIs’ internal expertise and capabilities.
• Work with Marcomm on marketing strategies for AIC Hub.
• Work with NAMIC Cluster Lead Party (CLP) to follow up on potential companies,
• Institutes of Higher Learning (IHL) and start-ups for projects, license agreement, co-funding and standards development.
• Secure collaboration partnerships and projects to meet the AIC Hub’s outcome and KPIs.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with the partners and take charge of all business aspects in the on-going AIC Hub’s projects.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum a degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Biomedical/Materials/Chemical Engineering, Science or equivalent education from a recognized university with at least 2 years of relevant working experience in the industry in business development.
• Proven track record in sales and marketing in additive manufacturing will be desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to follow up with industry inquires, negotiate business terms & pricing with customers and secure industry projects.
• Proven track record in fostering collaborations between industry, IHLs and/or
• public sector RIs.
• Ability to organise marketing and industry outreach activities to generate industry interest, grow project pipeline and secure industry projects.
• Experience in managing intellectual property and technology translation.
• Experience and knowledge in additive manufacturing trends, entire workflow for additive manufacturing industrialization and engineering product development will be prioritized.
• A self-starter with strong networking and collaboration skills.
• A strong communicator with good written, presentation and oral communication skills. A strategic thinker and problem-solver with an innovation mindset.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team, in a dynamic R&D environment.
• Strong relationship management skills with an outgoing and pleasant personality.
• Willing to take on required tasks beyond the job description.

Innovation Factory

We are a multi-disciplinary design team whose primary role is to identify opportunities and problems that others choose to ignore and solve it with innovative and ingenious solutions that defy convention using proven technologies or innovations. Through compelling presentations with stunning product visuals to highlight the benefits of the featured innovation, it encourages technological adoption. We bridge the gap between technologies and customers by acting as a catalyst for greater idea generation and getting customers to understand innovation better from a layman perspective.

Job Summary:

As you unleash your creativity and competencies, you will establish strong partnerships with new and existing industry members, work with engineers to build world-class products and applications for our customers. By understanding our customers’ real business and product needs, you strive to deliver goals, create impacts, and enjoy working in a dedicated cross-functional team environment. You will develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps aligned with our objectives and business plan.

Responsibilities:

• Achieve goals in the translation of R&D outcomes to viable products and solutions.
• Analyze market trends by category, develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps and new growth markets.
• Build and manage project, business and technology portfolio in order to develop business opportunities and generate revenue streams.
• Prepare compelling presentations and proposals for organisation’s value proposition and sales efforts.
• Organise and facilitate workshops to build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners.
• Collaborate closely with A*STAR Industry Development Group, research entities, and other Centres of Innovation.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Highly motivated to deliver high-quality and professional ethics with passion for business development, and managing customer relationships.
• Strong business acumen, and results-oriented with a strategic mindset.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and able to adapt in a fast-paced business environment.
• Bonus – Sustainability framework in Product Management: Develop and implement strategies for integrating sustainability and energy efficiency into the product lifecycle, from conception to market launch.
• Bonus – Experience in a sustainability or ESG-related role, demonstrating a track record of innovation and delivering tangible business value.
• Bonus – Experience within the Aircraft Interiors, Medical device or other regulated industry.

Innovation Factory

We are a multi-disciplinary design team whose primary role is to identify opportunities and problems that others choose to ignore and solve it with innovative and ingenious solutions that defy convention using proven technologies or innovations. Through compelling presentations with stunning product visuals to highlight the benefits of the featured innovation, it encourages technological adoption. We bridge the gap between technologies and customers by acting as a catalyst for greater idea generation and getting customers to understand innovation better from a layman perspective.

Job Summary:

As you unleash your creativity and competencies, you will establish strong partnerships with new and existing industry members, work with engineers to build world-class products and applications for our customers. By understanding our customers’ real business and product needs, you strive to deliver goals, create impacts, and enjoy working in a dedicated cross-functional team environment. You will develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps aligned with our objectives and business plan.

Responsibilities:

• Achieve goals in the translation of R&D outcomes to viable products and solutions.
• Analyze market trends by category, develop business strategy and implement membership roadmaps and new growth markets.
• Build and manage project, business and technology portfolio in order to develop business opportunities and generate revenue streams.
• Prepare compelling presentations and proposals for organisation’s value proposition and sales efforts.
• Organise and facilitate workshops to build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners.
• Collaborate closely with A*STAR Industry Development Group, research entities, and other Centres of Innovation.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Highly motivated to deliver high-quality and professional ethics with passion for business development, and managing customer relationships.
• Strong business acumen, and results-oriented with a strategic mindset.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and able to adapt in a fast-paced business environment.
• Bonus – Sustainability framework in Product Management: Develop and implement strategies for integrating sustainability and energy efficiency into the product lifecycle, from conception to market launch.
• Bonus – Experience in a sustainability or ESG-related role, demonstrating a track record of innovation and delivering tangible business value.
• Bonus – Experience within the Aircraft Interiors, Medical device or other regulated industry.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an energetic and motivated assistant research engineer/ laboratory officer to join our team. In this role, you’ll play an important role in supporting the development of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, to help companies innovate and grow. And while doing so you’ll have the opportunity to work directly in and understand the industrial environment.

If you are passionate about engineering, process development, operating heavy machinery, advanced manufacturing, materials and processes, this could be the role for you!

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide technical and administrative support, as well as conduct process trials / experiments for both research and industry projects.
• Be an integral member of a metal casting team involving the operation of heavy machinery.
• Conduct sample preparation and data acquisition for material characterization (e.g. microstructure and properties) for process optimization and product function demonstration.
• Operate and maintain laboratory and industrial equipment, as well as the laboratory as a whole.
• Perform administrative duties (e.g. purchasing) as required.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Diploma holder, preferably with Materials or Mechanical Engineering background.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy, metal solidification and behaviour.
• Interest in hands-on lab- and workshop-based work.

Some of the soft skills we are looking for:

• Team player with the ability to work effectively and independently within the team.
• Self-driven and proactive, demonstrating ability to think critically and a problem-solving oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated professionalism in the communication and interaction with team. Attention to detail.
• Keen interest and ability to learn and adapt to new equipment and technologies, to remain up-to-date and relevant.

Job Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager on project documentation, system entries and ensuring compliance to project management process and best practices.
• Lead and maintain project management systems and tools
• Ensure compliance of project information and documentation in grant and project management systems.
• Consolidate and analyze project data and create project dashboards and reports
• Track and monitor project health
• Support other operational activities of the Project Management Office as required
• Responsible for managing the life cycle R&D projects and product delivery by planning, organizing, executing, and evaluating from conception to completion
• Ensure successful delivery of project scope and targets while managing project risk, quality, delivery, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate and motivate project team members in the design, development, and delivery of R&D solutions to customers.
• Drive design / process validation testing and ensure compliance to project lifecycle governance requirements
• Ability to demonstrate a good level of understanding of technical/engineering processes in managing the project development with the project teams
• Lead, monitor and report the progress of a few projects to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and implement project changes and interventions to achieve project deliverables and mitigate risk.

Job Requirements

• Min. Diploma in Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Have some knowledge in project management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft excel and Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for presentation of information in a logical approach
• Ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently and as a team

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an energetic and motivated assistant research engineer/ laboratory officer to join our team. In this role, you’ll play an important role in supporting the development of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, to help companies innovate and grow. And while doing so you’ll have the opportunity to work directly in and understand the industrial environment.

If you are passionate about engineering, process development, operating heavy machinery, advanced manufacturing, materials and processes, this could be the role for you!

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide technical and administrative support, as well as conduct process trials / experiments for both research and industry projects.
• Be an integral member of a metal casting team involving the operation of heavy machinery.
• Conduct sample preparation and data acquisition for material characterization (e.g. microstructure and properties) for process optimization and product function demonstration.
• Operate and maintain laboratory and industrial equipment, as well as the laboratory as a whole.
• Perform administrative duties (e.g. purchasing) as required.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Diploma holder, preferably with Materials or Mechanical Engineering background.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy, metal solidification and behaviour.
• Interest in hands-on lab- and workshop-based work.

Some of the soft skills we are looking for:

• Team player with the ability to work effectively and independently within the team.
• Self-driven and proactive, demonstrating ability to think critically and a problem-solving oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated professionalism in the communication and interaction with team. Attention to detail.
• Keen interest and ability to learn and adapt to new equipment and technologies, to remain up-to-date and relevant.

Resourcing

• Consistently review staff headcount across teams in relation to overall EOM budget
• Partner HODs to support and facilitate resourcing needs
• Work with HQ Recruitment team to support Strategic Hiring

Talent Development

• Execute the talent management processes to identify, develop and retain talent to sustain a healthy succession pipeline for leadership and key positions
• Review and enhance the talent management framework to ensure progressive talent management policies and processes
• Engage management on career development and rotation plans for talent, and succession plans for key positions
• Ensure proper follow-through of key decisions undertaken at talent review meetings

Employee Engagement

• Organize annual engagement sessions with HODs and partner with HODs to address critical people related issues. Work with HODs to ensure follow-through and publish key actions.
• Demonstrate good understanding and appreciation of ground sentiments, and be able to synthesize data, and harness key insights in the process of translating Organisational Development (OD) objectives into employee engagement and communication strategies.
• Plan, design and execute engagement strategies to improve the employee experience and work culture and understanding needs of our people
• Develop initiatives that deliver a more positive employee experience
• Coordinates with vendors and/or managers to organize regular team building activities

Employee Recognition

• Lead employee recognition initiatives
• Any other task/initiatives as assigned

Requirements

• Preferably 2 years of experience in HR, in the area of Talent Management or Employee Engagement
• Strong analytical ability with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven track record in stakeholder management
• Able to work effectively independently and in teams

Student Officer

• Point of contact for general enquiries from S&A staff, ASTAR Graduate Academy and Institutes of Higher Learning Institutes. Inclusive of coordinating for internship project proposals submissions and other administrative matters.
• Update and maintain S&A student database
• Facilitate approval from management for research student’s conference applications, thesis- and supervisor-related matters, and other student-related matters.
• Liaise with other departments within the institutes for student onboarding and exit.
• Provide any ad-hoc data request

ODE

• Facilitate all new S&A hires and students onboarding and relevant area.
• Plan and execute induction programmes for all new S&A hires and students
• Coordinate and Lead Learning Journeys and Career Fairs to local polytechnics and universities
• Tracking internship budget utilisation
• Automation for internal processes

Admin

• Coordinate external and internal meetings and manage calendar for RDO management
• Coordinate and schedule meetings for CFRC, TDRC, IP Briefing and any other RDO workshops/clinics.
• Data entry and compilation of information regarding research collaborations, agreements, business visits, fellows, joint appointments, awards received by staff and other research documentations.
• Raise and verify ePRs purchases made by RDO
• Monitor RDO admin mailboxes
• Digitalisation of past TD and project documents
• Record, issue, collect, safekeep, digitalize and order laboratory notebooks for researchers and technical staff
• Provide logistics support for hosting visits, which include but not limited to securing and preparing meeting room, laptop, AV, name tent, refreshments and reserved carpark. Liaise with receptionist to pre-register visitors and prepare visitor passes.

Others

• Cover Receptionist at CT2B during lunch period and off days on rotation basis
• Support any other S&A events and visits as required

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in related field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in administrative support related work
• Skilled in utilising Microsoft Power automate, Power BI for digitalisation
• Able to breakdown the assigned work into deliverable tasks and provide realistic timeline for their completion
• Demonstrated excellent verbal communication skills
• Competency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• A self-driven and meticulous individual who has a strong ability to multi-task and manage projects

Job Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager on project documentation, system entries and ensuring compliance to project management process and best practices.
• Lead and maintain project management systems and tools
• Ensure compliance of project information and documentation in grant and project management systems.
• Consolidate and analyze project data and create project dashboards and reports
• Track and monitor project health
• Support other operational activities of the Project Management Office as required
• Responsible for managing the life cycle R&D projects and product delivery by planning, organizing, executing, and evaluating from conception to completion
• Ensure successful delivery of project scope and targets while managing project risk, quality, delivery, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate and motivate project team members in the design, development, and delivery of R&D solutions to customers.
• Drive design / process validation testing and ensure compliance to project lifecycle governance requirements
• Ability to demonstrate a good level of understanding of technical/engineering processes in managing the project development with the project teams
• Lead, monitor and report the progress of a few projects to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and implement project changes and interventions to achieve project deliverables and mitigate risk.

Job Requirements

• Min. Diploma in Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Have some knowledge in project management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft excel and Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for presentation of information in a logical approach
• Ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently and as a team

Job Description:

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to assigned Division(s) and Senior Management
• Plan, organize, coordinate and support meetings, presentations, visits and corporate events.
• Prepare travel arrangements and ensure claims are submitted in accordance to company policy.
• Ensure day-to-day smooth running of the office and administrative services are delivered to meet the needs of the organization.
• Apply and arrange Jurong island passes for visitors.
• Coordinate monthly invoicing status and raise tax invoices for clients.
• Prepare AR Aging report for monthly updates.
• Route agreements for endorsement and track approval processes
• Participate in ad hoc assignments and projects as and when required.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
• 5-10 years of relevant working experience in secretarial and office administration
• Experience in project or event management will be advantageous.
• Excellent in MS Office applications and online meeting tools
• Maintain high level of confidentiality.
• A good team player with excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Effective in communication across different teams/divisions, HQ departments and external parties
• Resourceful, self-motivated, independent, result-oriented, organized, meticulous and a good team player.
• Able to multi-task and work under pressure
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Willing to work at Jurong island (2-way transport from five locations: Boon Lay, Choa Chu Kang, Clementi, Jurong East, and Outram Park)

Job Description:

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to assigned Division(s) and Senior Management
• Plan, organize, coordinate and support meetings, presentations, visits and corporate events.
• Prepare travel arrangements and ensure claims are submitted in accordance to company policy.
• Ensure day-to-day smooth running of the office and administrative services are delivered to meet the needs of the organization.
• Apply and arrange Jurong island passes for visitors.
• Coordinate monthly invoicing status and raise tax invoices for clients.
• Prepare AR Aging report for monthly updates.
• Route agreements for endorsement and track approval processes
• Participate in ad hoc assignments and projects as and when required.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
• 5-10 years of relevant working experience in secretarial and office administration
• Experience in project or event management will be advantageous.
• Excellent in MS Office applications and online meeting tools
• Maintain high level of confidentiality.
• A good team player with excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Effective in communication across different teams/divisions, HQ departments and external parties
• Resourceful, self-motivated, independent, result-oriented, organized, meticulous and a good team player.
• Able to multi-task and work under pressure
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Willing to work at Jurong island (2-way transport from five locations: Boon Lay, Choa Chu Kang, Clementi, Jurong East, and Outram Park)

The MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects through an in-house product engineering unit. The objectives of the Programme Office are to i) support the operations of the MedTech Catapult, ii) develop strategies and seed partnerships to support MedTech Catapult activities; and iii) oversee and administer the grants. The Senior Assistant Director will report to the Deputy Director, Programme Office.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to develop and execute the overall programme strategy for MedTech Catapult, including plans for ecosystem development
• Specifically, to execute and manage programme operations concerning budget, finance, procurement, HR, facilities and legal etc.
• Contribute to refining the strategic direction of MedTech Catapult and support the development of refined strategies.
• Set up, convene and engage steering committee to provide six-monthly updates and to seek inputs to refine the direction of the programme
• Key interface with A*STAR HQ for reporting and alignment to SOPs and support programme needs under A*STAR requirements i.e. Business continuity manager, Data protection officer
• Coordinate and prepare accurate and timely reports to internal and external stakeholders
• To support grant management, tracking and review, as well as enrol and engage with KoLs and advisory members to ensure that funded programmes remain on track to achieve outcomes, milestones, performance indicators and budget utilization.
  • Organise and participate in the grants administration process
  • Set up, convene and engage project evaluation committee to provide critical evaluation of potential projects seeking to enter MedTech Catapult.
  • Monitor and track the progress, timeline, and budget of projects
• To set up and manage digital tools for programme and grants tracking
• Manage Associate, Programme Office as direct report
• To work with internal and external functions to support other operational activities for the Programme Office

Requirements

• B.S in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Design, Bioengineering or other relevant experience in a related field.
• >10y of working experience in either medical device/life sciences industry, research & development, business development, strategic/corporate planning or any other relevant roles
• Familiarity with programme and grants management is a plus
• Possess excellent networking, communication and writing skills.
• Meticulous with attention to detail
• Demonstrate ability to juggle priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoy working in a small team, start-up environment

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects through an in-house product engineering unit. The objectives of the Programme Office are to i) support the operations of the MedTech Catapult, ii) develop strategies and seed partnerships to support Catapult activities; and iii) oversee and administer the grants. The Senior Assistant Director will report to the Deputy Director, Programme Office.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to develop and execute the overall programme strategy for MedTech Catapult, specifically in business development
• Develop and implement a business development and marketing plan to achieve business goals and objectives of MC.
• Build a robust and sustainable MedTech Manufacturing ecosystem comprised of product owners, solution & technology providers, manufacturers, system integrators, institute of higher learning, research institutes, and public agencies
• Establish a deep understanding of MC?s key features and activities by interfacing closely with the programme leadership and productization unit
• Work with Steerco, Key Opinion Leaders, partners and internal stakeholders to develop and refine the value proposition of MC to its partners.
• Develop and implement marketing plan, whilst managing the budget for marketing needs
• Initiate and establish relationships with potential partners across the ecosystem, including other public sector agencies, universities, hospitals, suppliers, design houses, contract manufacturers and industry players.
• Develop deep relationships with key customers/partners, identify business opportunities for growth, negotiate and close business deals.
• Lead conversations with customers to capture business requirements, identify problem statements to scope proposals for collaboration.
• To support other operational activities for the Programme Office

Requirements

• B.S in Bioengineering, Business, Marketing or other relevant experience in a related field.
• >10 of working experience in business development and marketing for medical device/life sciences industry, research & development, incubators/accelerators or any other relevant roles
• Experience with setting up and maintaining a customer relationship management system
• Familiarity with life science instruments and medical device value chain and network is a plus
• Familiarity with local life science instruments and medical device ecosystem is a plus
• Experience with creating marketing materials is a plus
• Possess excellent networking, communication and writing skills.
• Demonstrate ability to juggle priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enjoy working in a small team, start-up environment

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description:

1. Training & Development

Oversee the entire training cycle including:

• Organizes group training based on annual training plan
• Update and track monthly training expenditure vs allocated budget
• Works with employees to ensure training application process is adhered to
• Works closely with procurement and finance team on payment and reimbursement of training
• Learning Admin for training platforms
• Any associated admin tasks needed to complete the process

2. Team Building

• Coordinates with vendors and managers to organize regular team building activities
• Raising of purchase orders

3. Employee Recognition

• Lead employee recognition initiatives

4. Sponsorships and Scholarships

• Consolidates sponsorship applications
• Arranges for local interview with panel members
• Update and track internship expenditure vs allocated budget
• Coordinate with HQ for sponsorship applications

5. ODE Admin

6. Any other task/initiatives as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in related field or business administration
• 2-3 years’ experience in training (preferred) or human resources
• Highly self-aware, self-regulated, and strong relationship management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented and a keen problem solver
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic and fast working environment