Associate Director (Research Systems)

National University of Singapore – Queenstown

The National University of Singapore is the national research university of Singapore.

Founded in

• as the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, NUS is the oldest higher education institution in Singapore.

About NUS IT

NUS Information Technology is the cornerstone to providing reliable, high-performance and secure IT solutions and effective IT governance for the campus.

Here at NUS IT, we aim to transform NUS into a borderless computing community providing knowledge at its fingertips by enhancing the use of effective applications and services for teaching and learning.

We drive a culture that is forward-looking.

With a strong passion for IT, our people are always striving to improve, push boundaries and innovate with a "can-do" attitude.

We embrace collaboration, open communication and knowledge sharing.

If you see yourself thriving in a dynamic environment and breaking new grounds with innovative ideas, you will find yourself at home in NUS IT.

As part of our team, you can look forward to an empowered work environment that allows you to take charge of your own career path.

We provide competitive remuneration as well as flexible work arrangements to enable your growth and development.

We pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and are committed to transforming NUS into a leading global University shaping the future.

Job Description

Serve as the principal IT partner and Project Director for LKYSPP, leading the planning, delivery, compliance, and governance of all major IT and digital initiatives.

Act as the conduit between school stakeholders and NUS IT, ensuring that the school's IT requirements are met in alignment with university standards, and supporting robust technology adoption for teaching, research, and administration.

Duties and Responsibilities

IT Partnership & Project Directorship

IT Governance, Forums & Compliance

IT Solutioning & Technology Enablement

Stakeholder Management & Communication

Operational & Strategic Support

Strategic Associate (BTC)

Vendor & Technical Management

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

At least 8 years of relevant experience, with 3+ years in an IT leadership / Project Director role.

Proven track record in IT project management, governance, and stakeholder engagement.

Experience in higher education or public sector desirable.

Key Competencies

Strong project and stakeholder management skills.

Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Expertise in IT risk, compliance, and vendor management.

Ability to bridge business and technical requirements.

Collaborative team-player with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

More Information

Location : Kent Ridge CampusOrganization : NUS Information TechnologyDepartment : Applications - Faculty & Research SystemsEmployee Referral Eligible : YesJob requisition ID :

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