R&D Portfolio Analyst/1yr contract/upto-5k

at  RMA CONTRACTS PTE LTD

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join the Biomedical Sciences Industry Partnership Office on a contract basis to support our office in conducting a comprehensive scan of Singapore’s public R&D capabilities, assets, and technologies. This role is pivotal in engaging with public R&D organizations, principal investigators, and technology transfer offices and other relevant stakeholders to gather insights, with the goal of creating a detailed portfolio oversight. The outcomes of this work will enable our office to better facilitate impactful public-private R&D partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, engineering, biotechnology, or a related field.
• Prior experience in research, R&D portfolio analysis, or technology transfer.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent research and analytical skills, with an ability to distil complex information.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree (eg, Master’s or higher) in life sciences, engineering, or a related field.
• Possess good knowledge of Singapore’s public research ecosystem, including key institutions and their strategic focus areas.
  If you are what we are looking for & keen to apply, kindly send your resume (in MS word format) to Saru.Mehrotra@rmagroup.com.sg | 64941530
  All Curriculum Vitaes will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
  Saru Mehrotra
  EA License No. 93C4403
  EA Regn. No. R2210855

• Conduct an in-depth scan of public R&D capabilities, assets, and technologies across Singapore.
• Map the research focus areas, technology readiness levels, and innovation strengths of public R&D organizations.
• Initiate and manage discussions with PIs and relevant stakeholders to gather detailed insights into ongoing projects, capabilities, and strategic priorities.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with public R&D stakeholders to ensure the success of the project.
• Organize and synthesize collected data into a cohesive portfolio that highlights key capabilities, technologies, and collaboration opportunities.
• Identify strategic assets that align with our department’s mission to foster public-private partnerships.
• Develop comprehensive reports and presentations detailing findings, insights, and recommendations.
• Provide actionable data to inform the department’s strategy for facilitating partnerships and enhancing engagement with public R&D performers.