Head, Research

Head, Research & Partnerships page is loaded## Head, Research & Partnershipslocations: NTU Main Campus, Singaporetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R We invite applications for the position of Head of Research & Partnerships. Reporting to Associate Chair, Research & Partnerships (ACRP) in the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE), the incumbent shall provide leadership and is responsible for the planning, promotion, and strategic development of research collaborations with internal stakeholders and external partners including industry, institutions, and government agencies.**The key responsibilities include, but not limited to:**1. Lead strategic development with industry partners.2. Execute MAE’s strategy in industry engagement and development.3. Facilitate new initiatives in MAE in entrepreneurship and innovation.4. Provide strategic support to faculty on research proposals.5. Prepare research proposals with faculty.6. Act as point of contact with government agencies and companies.The candidate is expected to have the following knowledge, experience, skills, and competencies:**Minimum Qualifications:*** Minimum a Bachelor’s Degree.* Additional qualifications in Business, Innovation, or Public Policy are advantageous.**Knowledge and Experience:*** Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in a senior management position, preferably from the tertiary education industry or relevant research industries.* Have a proven track record of close working experience with multiple government agencies and companies or must be comfortable in approaching government agencies and companies.* Good knowledge of industry and potential partners locally and abroad.* Good knowledge of Intellectual Property and experience of Project Management in a R&D setting.* Strong understanding of national research frameworks and funding schemes (e.g., NRF RIE2025, IAF-PP, IAF-ICP).* Familiarity with academic-industry collaboration models, including Corporate Labs, Joint Labs, and public-private partnerships.* Awareness of emerging technological trends and innovation ecosystems.* Knowledge of university research governance, compliance, and intellectual property policies.**Skills:*** Strategic planning and execution.* Proposal development and grant writing.* Stakeholder engagement and relationship management.* Budgeting and resource planning.* Excellent written and verbal communication.* Negotiation and conflict resolution.* Analytical skills.* Strong leadership, collaboration and problem-solving skills.**Competencies:*** Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.* High level of initiative and problem-solving mindset.* Ability to navigate complex institutional and external landscapes.* Collaborative and adaptable in cross-functional environments.* Results-oriented with a focus on impact and outcomes.We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Hiring Institution: NTUNTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU ( ).Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district.Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources.For more information, visit#J-18808-Ljbffr