Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Senior Manager, Research Office (2 years contract) di National University Health System - Maukerja

As part of the Research Partnership & Innovation Office (PIO) this position plays a key role in advancing National University Health System (NUHS) mission of improving lives through clinical care, research innovation and strategic collaboration. He/She will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating and executing a wide range of research-related contracts (eg CTAs, RCAs, MTAs etc) to enable and support high-quality clinical research and innovation partnerships while safeguarding NUHS’ interests.

Job Responsibilities

• To work alongside the Haematology Oncology Research Group to ensure that contracts align with legal and hospital standards and in compliance with regulatory requirements, ethical and legal standards.
• To lead negotiations for various research agreements, including, clinical trial agreements, research collaboration agreements, material transfer agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
• To draft, review, and revise contract language to protect the institution's interests while facilitating research collaborations and clinical trials
• To ensure all agreements comply with institutional policies, federal and state regulations, and funding agency requirements.
  
  
  

Stakeholder Management

• To serve as a liaison between researchers, sponsors, legal counsel, and other internal departments to facilitate efficient contract execution.
• To provide guidance and education to clinicians and staff on contract-related matters and institutional policies.
  
  
  

Risk Management

• To identify and mitigate potential risks in research agreements, particularly in areas such as intellectual property, liability, and data sharing.
• To develop strategies to address complex contractual issues and propose creative solutions, in a tactful and fair manner.
  
  
  

Process Improvement

• To continuously evaluate and improve contract negotiation processes to enhance efficiency and turnaround times.
• To develop and maintain contract templates and standard operating procedures.
  
  
  

Compliance and Reporting

• To ensure compliance with institutional policies, sponsor requirements, and applicable laws and regulations.
• To maintain accurate records of all negotiations and agreements.
• To prepare regular reports on contract activities, including metrics on negotiation timelines and outcomes.
  
  
  

Knowledge Management & People Development

• To stay current with changes in relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in research contracting.
• To guide and mentor junior executives and managers for more effective solutions in contract negotiations
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Law, Business, Life Sciences or related field.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in drafting and review research-related agreements preferably within a healthcare, pharmaceutical/CRO, academic or research setting.
• IP knowledge and commercialization background will be added advantage
• Strong judgement and deep knowledge on complex legal clauses (IP ownership, dispute resolution)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and persuasive skills
• Excellent team player
• Experienced and diplomatic in handling conflicts
• Demonstrated initiative and experience in enhancing workflows
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Able to work in a complex organizational environment, with a need to balance expectations of multiple stakeholders
• Strong project management skills
• Proficient in I.T. systems and MS Office applications.