Senior/ Assistant Manager, Centre Grant, Research Office (Contract)

Job Responsibilities

You will lead the execution and governance of the hospital's Institutional Research Programme, working closely with Principal Investigators and key stakeholders to drive programme performance, ensure compliance with funding and governance requirements, and achieve strategic research objectives. You will provide oversight of programme implementation which includes managing workplans, monitoring research KPIs and funding outcomes, identifying risks and opportunities, formulating recommendations to address issues and improve programme performance, and driving stakeholder engagement to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement. You will also play a key role in programme governance, institutional reporting, and strategic initiatives development to strengthen the hospital's research ecosystem and align it with national research priorities.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline, with at least 4 years of relevant research administration experience

• Experience in research governance processes, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) and ethics requirements, as well as research methodologies, will be advantageous

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess issues, identify risks, and develop practical recommendations

• Good written and spoken communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications