Job Description
Position Overview: The Academy for Healthy Longevity at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, seeks a dynamic and versatile Research Associate to serve as the Executive Support and Operations Lead. This pivotal role will provide high-level support to the Principal Investigator (PI) and executive staff, while gaining broad exposure to various aspects of geroscience and geromedicine research. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing the Academy's mission to position Singapore as a global leader in healthy aging research.
This one-year appointment offers an exceptional opportunity for a motivated individual to fast-track their research career by engaging in diverse projects and gaining comprehensive insights into the field of healthy longevity.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
## Executive Support
- Serve as the primary liaison between the PI, executive staff, and internal/external stakeholders
- Manage the PI's schedule, including coordinating meetings, travel arrangements, and prioritizing commitments
- Prepare and edit high-level correspondence, reports, and presentations for the PI and executive team
- Assist in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives aligned with the Academy's goals
## Research Coordination
- Collaborate with research teams to track project progress and ensure timely completion of deliverables
- Assist in the preparation of grant proposals, ethics applications, and regulatory documentation
- Coordinate with internal departments and external partners to facilitate research collaborations
- Support the dissemination of research findings through publications and conference presentations
Main Duties and Responsibilities
## Operational Management
- Support day-to-day operations of the Academy, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness
- Support the management of budgets and financial planning for research projects and operational activities
- Coordinate facility and equipment management to support research activities
## Team Leadership and Development
- Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff and students
- Identify training needs and facilitate professional development opportunities for team members
- Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that promotes excellence in research
## Stakeholder Engagement
- Represent the Academy at conferences, workshops, and public forums
- Assist in organizing and executing outreach events and initiatives to promote the Academy's work
- Build and maintain relationships with academic partners, industry collaborators, and government agencies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Public Health, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a research or healthcare setting, with demonstrated project management skills
- Strong understanding of clinical research protocols, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in data analysis, research methodologies, and relevant software applications
- Demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Keen interest in geroscience, geromedicine, and healthy aging research
- Adaptability and willingness to engage in a wide range of tasks and research areas
This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain comprehensive exposure to cutting-edge research in healthy longevity while developing crucial leadership and operational skills. The successful candidate will play a vital role in advancing the Academy's mission and positioning themselves for rapid career growth in the dynamic field of geroscience.
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Department : Medicine
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 27001