Strategic Partnerships Director

4 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 research agency that drives innovation through science and technology. Our mission is to harness the power of science and technology to advance economic and social development.

Job Description

We are seeking a Strategic Partnerships Director to join our team at A*STAR. The successful candidate will engage with companies and agencies to understand their businesses, product/service offerings, and technology needs. They will foster R&D collaboration between companies/agencies and researchers/research units in A*STAR SRTT, driving impactful outcomes.

The Strategic Partnerships Director will work closely with industries and agencies to market the portfolio and research capabilities through collaboration and facilitate technology transfer as needed. They will work closely with scientists and principal investigators to determine the scope of projects, estimate costs, draft agreements, and negotiate with industries and agencies.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Physical Sciences or equivalent and 5 years of industry/agency experience, with 3-5 years in a business development and/or technical strategic planning and execution role. Experience in project management in an R&D, Technology, and/or Operations environment, interfacing with private and public sector agencies would be an added advantage.

The Strategic Partnerships Director will take ownership and responsibility for the team's actions and decisions. They must be pro-active, quality conscious, and results-oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Engage with companies and agencies to understand their businesses, product/service offerings, and technology needs
  • Foster R&D collaboration between companies/agencies and researchers/research units in A*STAR SRTT
  • Work closely with industries and agencies to market the portfolio and research capabilities through collaboration and facilitate technology transfer as needed
  • Provide management reporting support, market intelligence, and facts gathering to facilitate decision-making

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Physical Sciences or equivalent
  • 5 years of industry/agency experience, with 3-5 years in business development and/or technical strategic planning and execution role
  • Experience in project management in R&D, Technology, and/or Operations environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Benefits

A*STAR offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off. We also offer opportunities for professional growth and development.

Others

A*STAR is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a challenging role, please submit your application.](J-18808-Ljbffr)



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