Data Project Manager

We are on the lookout for a highly motivated individual to become a pivotal member of our dynamic team at the NCCS.  In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping Singapore’s cancer research infrastructure centered around a national cancer database that consolidates clinical data from the largest cancer healthcare cluster in Singapore, tissue availability through tissue bank network and molecular research data. These components are meticulously linked to each other and integrated cluster-wide, forming the backbone of our data-driven projects.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to SingHealth coordinated projects that seeks to use translational research & big-data analytics to enhance cancer healthcare delivery for improved patient outcomes for Singaporeans & beyond. 

Your responsibilities will include:

1.   Project Management:
- Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of SingHealth healthcare research projects from initiation to completion.
- Collaborate with project stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
- Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and ensure adherence to project milestones and deadlines.
- Manage project and team meetings across sub-teams towards a larger objective.
- Track project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Communicate project updates and status reports to project team members and stakeholders.
- Interface with business development teams to identify project opportunities and support feasibility assessment.

2.   Data Management:
- Oversee healthcare data extraction, storage, and analysis activities in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.
- Oversee data validation, cleaning, and harmonization processes to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
- Oversee development and maintenance of databases, spreadsheets, and other data management tools to support project activities.
- Facilitate data transformation and preparation between systems to ensure seamless data integration.
- Guide data analysis and generate reports to support decision-making and project evaluation.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify data needs and requirements for healthcare projects.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy and security policies, including HIM-DM regulations.

Requirements:
- Degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Mathematics Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science and/or Business Analytics.
- Minimal 5 years of experience in project management and data management, preferably in a Healthcare or Research setting.
- Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) and experience with oncology, research or healthcare data management systems are desirable but not required.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software, such as Microsoft Project, Trello, or Jira.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyze large data sets and generate actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and data privacy standards, including HBRA, HTF, HIM-DM compliance.
- Ability to work across different domains (biomedical research, data science, analytics)
- Meticulous, with excellent organizational and time management skills 
- Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work on multiple projects involving multiple stakeholders concurrently.