SENIOR PROGRAMME MANAGER / PROGRAMME MANAGER, AI4S PROGRAMME

The National Research Foundation (NRF) is a department within the Prime Minister’s Office, and we set the national direction for research, innovation and enterprise (RIE) by developing policies, plans and strategies; funding strategic initiatives that strengthen our scientific and technological capabilities, grow our RIE talent base, and achieve economic and national impact; and fostering RIE collaboration in Singapore and internationally. Strong, sustained support for Academic Research is a cornerstone for RIE. Sustained investments in academic research have enabled Singapore to build up a foundation of research capabilities across many critical disciplinary areas.
Recognizing the rapid advancements in AI technologies and their expanding potential to revolutionize a broad spectrum of scientific domains, NRF is launching the AI For Science (AI4S) funding initiative to leverage its research strengths, cutting-edge infrastructure, and interdisciplinary expertise to accelerate fundamental discoveries. By uniting AI specialists with scientific domain experts, this initiative aims to develop AI methods and tools that not only enhance how research is conducted, but also propel Singapore’s position at the forefront of global scientific innovation.
The AI4S Programme Office will be located at the CREATE campus, co-located with research labs, to foster collaboration and co-creation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or adjacent disciplines, with strong familiarity in AI-related research. Advance degree preferred.
• 9+ years of experience in R&D project or program management, preferably in a research, academic, or government funding environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Experience in programme/project management.
• Independent, meticulous, and resourceful with ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written).
  We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
  Hiring Institution: NT