Principal Scientist, Research Administration Support , Nmc

Job Description Responsible to develop and implement R&D strategies, interact with stakeholders in public agencies, institutes of higher learning and the industry. Strategic R&D Planning Strategic planning for Metrological R&D. Research road mapping and strategic planning is essential for steering the research and development activities in the right direction. This is also essential for maintaining a steady stream of high impact research initiatives within the RI. Measurement solutions related R&D planning including resources, Projects scoping and Administration, liaison with public agencies for planning and coordination related to metrology capabilities development at the NMI. Research administration for Research and Development activities, including identification of strategic R&D focus areas for measurement science together with the team at NMC. Guide and motivate researchers for R&D Planning to develop measurements solutions in current focus in Additive Manufacturing, Bunkering, Electrification, Quantum Technology and Digitalisation. Coordinate Grant Projects management Apprise Grant funding opportunities To monitor and gather information about research and development related funding opportunities from public agencies, institutes of higher learning and A*STAR internal funding portals, and share relevant information with Researchers in NMC, guide them in choosing the right funding channels. Publications/Technology Disclosures/Others (Research administration) Manage the publication submission process. Guide and manage and guide the publication submission process within NMC, that includes adherence to the publication submission guidelines, good data management practices, monitor plagiarism checks, publication release and reporting of publication. Manage the Data control policy. Ensure that the research project and publication data are verified and validated by authorized personnel, raw data are checked for quality and integrity, peer review is performed for raw data and data are maintained and archived timely in a secure location. Manage the Technology disclosure process. Work with the researchers and the technology transfer office of A*STAR to file technology disclosures and work with the industry development for commercializing related technology. SOPs development and management Manage the SOPs related to Research administration Develop, implement and maintain the SOPs related to Publication submission, Grant Projects management, Technology Disclosure Process, etc. Job Requirements Bachelor / Masters degree in a Science related area and/or equivalent experience/training Minimum 10 to 12 Years of relevant working experience Previous experience working with Government Agencies, Institutes of Higher Learning, Research Institutes, or the industry preferred. The candidate must independently develop and implement initiatives, be able to set targets and goals for the function, must be able to work with researchers and corporate staff, and lead cross functional teams.