Job Description

Job Summary Reporting to Chief Operating Officer, the R&D scientist is responsible for leading R&D team to successfully research and develop commercialisable compounds which can be applied to Lifestyle and Bio-medical products, while maintaining international scientific standard and relevant international certifications. He/she will manage the scientific, research or technological operations of the company; this will include setting company research and scientific priorities, involving in basic and applied research projects, as well as the development of new processes, technologies, or products.

• Establishing the framework, Research direction and SOP of company infrastructure and processes

• Full Project Management of successful research and develop the antimicrobial technology know-how compound to commercialized into international scientific standard with recognition from international certifications

• Attend business meetings with industry partner(s)

• Provide advice on related survey/tender/quotation requested

• Idealization and drafting of Grant proposals and to apply grants to support the research project(s), Firm up on Research Grants to apply and prepare for the draft to submission.

• Management of the Scientific Lab in Singapore

• Collaboration with appointed research institute or university, set process parameters optimization to ensure good yield and consistent product quality.

• Conceptualize and develop marketing materials (technical write up of product)

• Stay updated on technological advances and industry trends, which allows them to advise the organization's governing body in scientific matters.

• Making recommendations on future projects, such as new research opportunities or technological ventures.

• Coordinate research activities by recruiting qualified researchers, managing personnel, and evaluating their performance.

• Serve public relations functions by representing the scientific goals and interests of the company at press conferences, meetings, conventions, and shareholder events. As such, they may need to travel to meet with branches or subsidiaries of the parent company and establish and maintain advantageous contacts in government, academia, or industry.

• Assist with drafting business plans, sales pitches, presentations, reference material, and other documents as required.

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
  

Candidates profile: Education: Either a master’s degree in a field relevant to your industry and a doctoral degree in research and development. Experience: Preferably three years of demonstrated work experience in related positions or projects and/or programs.