Associate Director / Senior Manager / Asst. Senior Manager (Research Security Management)

Job Description

1)    Policy implementation: Review and update policy on research security and collaborate with research units to implement related procedures and protocols.

2)    Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments of research projects and facilities to identify potential security vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies through review of research agreements and related documents.

3)    Training and Awareness: Develop awareness/training program for faculty, staff, and students on research security best practices, compliance requirements, and incident reporting procedures.

4)    Point of Contact: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders for research security matters.  Work closely with various departments, including IT, compliance, legal, and research units to promote a culture of security and compliance in research activities.

5)    Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor compliance with research security policy, perform related analysis and prepare reports for senior management on related activities. Support scheduled compliance audit/inspection on research security readiness and mitigation measures compliance and recommend improvements and follow up actions. 

Qualifications

•    Recognised degree in science or engineering discipline preferred;
•    At least 5 years’ working experience in research management/administration or similar roles in compliance;
•    Experience in research related functions in higher education sector, or research contracts management will be an advantage;
•    Knowledge or experience in reviewing and developing policies and procedures;
•    Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment; strong problem-solving capabilities;
•    Meticulous, independent and organised individual with the ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion as may be necessary in the job function.
 

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Office of the Deputy President(Res&Tech)

Department : Office of the Deputy President(Res&Tech)

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 27030