Research Programme Manager, Healthy Longevity (1-year contract)

About the role

The Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore is seeking an experienced Manager to lead the Healthy Longevity Translational Research Programme (HLTRP), which brings together more than 30 primary and 20 secondary faculty members to advance ageing research and turn it into interventions that extend healthy lifespan. Reporting directly to the Programme Chair, the role combines scientific insight with project, stakeholder and administrative management. It suits someone who thrives on independence and can take initiatives from concept to delivery, often building new platforms where none existed before.

Key responsibilities

• Translate the Programme Chair's vision into medium- and long-term plans, develop fundraising strategies and positioning materials, and lead major initiatives from planning to execution.
• Oversee planning of grants, manpower and facilities, direct fund use and track progress against goals, ensuring full grant and budget compliance.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate initiatives that support researchers and staff at every career stage, attracting, developing and retaining talent.
• Represent the Programme Chair in key engagements, build partnerships across academic, industry, philanthropic and international collaborators, and support colleagues in programmes, conferences and outreach.
• Identify unmet needs and turn them into new initiatives or change projects, owning the business case, scope, pilot and evaluation.

Required profile

• PhD in life or biomedical sciences, or equivalent research experience.
• 12+ years of combined experience in research and administration or related roles.
• Track record of initiating and delivering projects, ideally supporting research programme operations.
• Experience supporting executive leadership at a strategic level, including resource management, people development and mentorship.
• Confidence working with senior academics, leadership and external partners.
• Strong writing and analytical skills; comfort with ambiguity and willingness to do hands-on operational work.
• Familiarity with longevity research or partnership development is an advantage but not required.