Industry Development Director

6 days ago


Queenstown, New Zealand Agency for Science, Technology and Research Full time

About Us

The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is a national research agency that oversees innovation and enterprise efforts in Singapore.

We drive technology development and translation to create economic value for Singapore.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced professional to join our team as Deputy Director for USS IEO.

This role will involve driving innovation and industry development work in the USS domain.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Develop a deep understanding of national priorities and industry needs in the USS domain.
  2. Work with public research performers to address national and industry needs.
  3. Leverage I&E competencies and resources to advance technology development and translation efforts.
  4. Identify challenges hindering technology development and translation efforts and surface them to relevant authorities.
  5. Contribute to cross-sharing of networks and experiences to strengthen WOG's I&E capabilities and Singapore's innovation ecosystem.
  6. Organise the team for effective deployment and review strategies to ensure deliverables are met.

What You Can Expect

A diverse and varied career developing skills in areas such as talent development, planning and strategy, business development, marketing, IP management and licensing, project management.

A challenging role where you can apply technology to create impact on industry and society.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 12 years of relevant working experience in innovation and industry development work.
  • Demonstrated prior experience and competencies in leading and guiding a high-performing team.
  • Comfortable engaging various internal and external stakeholders at the middle-senior management level.
  • Able to identify and contextualise issues raised by stakeholders and manage them appropriately.
  • Effective and thoughtful communicator with strong writing and presentation skills.
  • Willing, adaptable and flexible to take on additional tasks beyond the job description.
  • Self-starter and problem solver who is prepared to proactively deal with unexpected situations which may arise.


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