Research Officer

Description

• Update, maintain and ensure accuracy of project records in the A*STAR Project System (A*PS) to support end-to-end project lifecycle management.
• Assist Principal Investigators (PIs) in managing R&D projects from initiation, execution through to completion and closure.
• Monitor and track project progress against milestones, deliverables, timelines, budgets, invoicing and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Liaise and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Facilitate project meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes, action items, and follow-ups where required.

Documentation & Process Development

• Develop, review and maintain project management documentation and records to a high standard.
• Support the development, review and updating of project management–related SOPs, workflows, and guidelines.

Industry Engagement

• Assist in engagement with industry and public sector partners, connecting them with A*STAR researchers.
• Provide support on project scoping, including objectives, deliverables, budgets, timelines and intellectual property considerations.
• Support the preparation, review and coordination of research collaboration and service agreements with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a related discipline.
• At least 1–2 years of working experience, preferably in the biomedical, healthcare, medtech, or related sectors.
• Prior exposure to project lifecycle management in a research environment is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Basic understanding of research funding, grant management, industry engagement and intellectual property concepts is beneficial.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage both scientific and non-scientific stakeholders.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style.
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently with guidance.
• Comfortable working in a structured, compliance-oriented research environment with multiple stakeholders.