Senior Director of AI Innovation

2 days ago


Singapore NTU (Nanyang Technology University- Main Office-HR) Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Director to lead our AI for Science initiative. As the Programme Director, you will be responsible for the strategic management and execution of this funding initiative.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Leadership - Scientific / Technical:
    • Provide strategic oversight and direction for the programme and related workstreams towards ambitious deliverables in transformative research, talent development, and research translation.
    • Drive programmatic coherence across individual projects and workstreams addressing critical and emerging problems in AI for Science.
    • Make high-level decisions on programme direction and recommend strategic course-corrections to the Steering Committee.
    • Proactively identify opportunities to enhance programme impact, leveraging interdependencies and synergies across multi-disciplinary project teams and workstreams.
  • Leadership - Programme Administration & Operations:
    • Lead and develop the Programme Office team, including Programme Managers and Administrative Executives.
    • Establish and implement programme-wide policies and frameworks for collaboration, equipment sharing, IP protection, and safety/ethical standards.
    • Oversee pre-award and post-award processes at a strategic level.
    • Direct the overall lab and office operations of the programme.
    • Manage programme budget and resource allocation.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Outreach:
    • Build and maintain high-level relationships with stakeholders across government, academia, and industry to support the overall programme objectives.
    • Work with supporting team to organise Steering Committee and Scientific Advisory Committee meetings for project reviews.
    • Represent the programme at senior leadership meetings and strategic discussions.
    • Oversee and organize outreach activities.
  • Strategic Planning & Innovation:
    • Track rapid AI developments in academia and industry to inform the strategic direction of the programme.
    • Recommend project portfolios and research themes that capitalize on cutting-edge AI technologies, fostering transformative breakthroughs in target science domains.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • PhD or equivalent advanced degree in science, engineering, or adjacent disciplines, with strong expertise in AI-related research.
  • Minimum 13 years of experience in research leadership and programme management roles.
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale research initiatives and managing cross-functional teams.
  • Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.
  • Executive-level stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Deep understanding of the research landscape and AI developments.


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