Manager, Biosafety

Join Nanyang Technological University (NTU), a leading global university that excels in interdisciplinary education, research, and innovation. As part of our mission to foster a safe and sustainable research environment, we are looking for a Biosafety Professional to join our dynamic Safety and Health team.

In this role, you will play a vital part in advancing the University's biosafety and other safety & health programmes by supporting faculty, researchers, and students in achieving regulatory compliance and operational excellence. You will also contribute to strategic safety initiatives across laboratories and research facilities.

Responsibilities- Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of the University’s Biosafety & Biosecurity Programme in alignment with institutional objectives and national regulations.- Manage the operations of the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), including project reviews, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with relevant biosafety regulations (e.g., BATA).- Provide expert guidance on the safe handling, storage, transport, and disposal of biological agents, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and biological toxins.- Lead or co-ordinate investigations of biosafety-related incidents, such as exposure events, spills, and needle stick injuries, and recommend corrective actions.- Submit relevant regulatory reports to agencies such as MOH, NEA, and SCDF.- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to prepare for audits and inspections by national agencies.- Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise level biosafety-related documents in accordance with NTU’s institutional safety framework and regulatory requirements.- Review risk assessments and publish targeted safety advisory service to research centres, departments, and laboratories, supporting effective risk controls and safe research practices.- Lead or support the development and implementation of enterprise level training and competency programmes to build biosafety awareness across NTU units.- Mentor and support Safety & Health Coordinators and other key personnel in departments on biosafety related regulations and standards.- Champion cross-functional biosafety and biosecurity initiatives in partnership with faculty, researchers, and administrators.- Monitor compliance trends, analyse safety performance indicators, and recommend improvements to enhance the university’s overall biosafety and biosecurity performance.

Requirements- A degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering (Bioengineering or Biotechnology) or Public Health.- At least 8 years of relevant experience in research safety, biosafety, and safety and health management, preferably at the institutional or corporate level.- Strong knowledge of local & international biological safety related regulations & guidelines (e.g., Biological Agents and Toxins Act) and local workplace safety and health regulations.- Prior experience in supporting workplace safety programmes for laboratory and research organisations.- Excellent communication skills, particularly in technical writing and presentation.- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across different levels.- Good project management skills.- Strong expertise in data analytics and digital literacy- Able to manage multiple tasks effectively and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance mindset among stakeholders.

Preferred Attributes and Experience:
- Hands-on experience in life science research for 3 or more years.- Professional certifications such as Registered Biosafety Professional with ABSA, Workplace Safety & Health Officer (MOM), or ISO 45001 Lead Auditor.- Experience in conducting safety and biosafety audits, especially in BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories.- Prior experience in conducting research in health and safety topics.- Programming or AI skills to support digitalization of biosafety related compliance processes.- Demonstrated leadership capabilities in leading project teams or workgroups.

Hiring Institution: NTU