Deputy Director, Drug and Diagnostic Development Engine (2-year contract)

About the role

SingHealth is establishing the SingHealth Drug and Diagnostic Development Engine (SinD3E) unit, which translates research into practical healthcare applications. As Deputy Director, you will establish and lead this unit, working with a team of domain experts in medicinal chemistry, assay development, computational chemistry, analytical performance characterisation and diagnostic product development strategy. The position is a 2-year contract.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and lead the SinD3E unit
• Drive the development of therapeutic and diagnostic technologies
• Work closely with staff and consultants to advance the commercialisation of SingHealth technologies
• Organise and present at educational forums on drug and diagnostic development
• Support the SingHealth Intellectual Property Team in assessing invention disclosures

Required profile

• PhD in Life, Biomedical or Chemical Science
• At least 14 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry or relevant academic research settings
• MBA qualification preferred
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in managing uncertainty

Required skills

• In-depth understanding of therapeutic and diagnostic development processes
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• Proactive approach to problem-solving