Scientific Operation Leader, DirectorTake a Look at Your Future with Crown Bioscience A path towards your most rewarding career. The mission of Crown Bioscience is to address the unmet needs in life science by creating and supplying innovative translational technologies and platforms. Our products and services have been profoundly expediting research for in vitro, in vivo, translational oncology, target validation, preclinical proof of concept, assistive clinical strategy design, and biomarker discovery.
Crown Bioscience serves the top 20 multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world and more than 1,000 domestic and foreign pharmaceutical companies, scientific research institutions, hospitals, etc. There are thousands of projects in operation every year, with research facilities in Beijing (China), Taicang near Shanghai (China) Leiden (The Netherlands), San Diego (USA), and Loughborough (UK). Our exclusive strategic cooperation agreement with the world's top organoid institute (HUB) drives our leading position in providing a cutting-edge tumour organoid platform for drug testing.
JOB OVERVIEW We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Scientific Operations Director/Associate Director to oversee our scientific operations in Singapore. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in pharmacology, biology, or a related discipline, with extensive experience in both in vitro assays and in vivo animal work processes. This role requires a proven track record in leadership and experience in the CRO/Pharma R&D sector.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and train team members, setting individual performance goals and fostering the development of the entire team.Provide effective leadership by recognizing and rewarding employee contributions, and facilitating team activities to maintain high engagement and collaboration.Directly supervise scientists, guiding them in the execution of internal and external projects, and offering support in troubleshooting and client communication.Operational Oversight: Manage scientific operations across multiple departments in our Singapore facility, ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory standards.Oversee day-to-day operations, optimizing resource allocation, productivity, and quality control.Drive team efficiency and productivity through strategic management, ensuring high levels of output and performance.Project & Financial Management: Manage a variety of scientific projects, ensuring timely delivery of quality results.Handle the department's budgeting and financial performance to achieve business revenue targets, focusing on both top-line revenue and bottom-line profit.Research & Development: Utilize extensive experience in preclinical drug development to lead the identification of technological advancements and expand the scientific portfolio.Actively participate in the company's research programs, contributing to scientific writing, including the preparation of abstracts, posters, presentations, and manuscripts.Oversee in vitro and in vivo studies, ensuring rigorous scientific standards and compliance with relevant regulations, particularly in relation to animal testing.Collaboration & Client Interaction: Collaborate closely with other scientific departments and commercial teams, including sales and marketing, to support overall company objectives.Engage in direct client interactions, including teleconferences and presentations, to maintain strong relationships and ensure client satisfaction.Spearhead external and internal research collaborations to advance key capabilities and develop new technology platforms.Quality & Compliance: Ensure the quality of scientific outputs and reporting, maintaining high standards of productivity.Contribute to compliance management, particularly in areas related to animal health and regulatory aspects of scientific operations.Change Management: Implement and manage change initiatives to improve operational efficiency, foster innovation, and ensure the team adapts to evolving industry trends and challenges.Develop and empower operations leaders to embrace change, ignite performance, and lead their teams effectively.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Ph. D degree in cancer biology and immunology, pharmacology, medicine or related discipline.8+ years of research experience in cancer biology, with extensive in vitro assays and in vivo animal work experience. Broad knowledge in molecular biology, cell biology and pre-clinical drug discovery.Essential experience in a CRO or pharmaceutical R&D setting.Proven leadership in managing scientific teams, driving operational success, and promoting a culture of collaboration.Preferred experience with rodent models.Strong background in implementing and leading change initiatives within scientific or operational environments.Proven track record of scientific contributions, with publications and presentations in peer-reviewed journals or at relevant scientific conferences.With Laboratory rodent work permit is preferred.SKILL REQUIREMENTS Deep understanding of small animal models, specializing in cancer research and immuno-oncology pharmacology.Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve complex problems with innovative solutions.Ability to make data-driven decisions and solve complex problems with a strategic mindset.Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with a strong emphasis on teamwork.Customer-focused with a strong commitment to service excellence.Good Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across the organization and promote alignment with corporate objectives.Fluency in English with outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Report to: SVP of Global Scientific OperationWorks with: Study directors/Technicians/Project Management/Client Services/BD/QAU/Logistics & Purchasing and senior managementOUR OFFER Full time permanent positionCompetitive remuneration + variable bonusPaid annual leaveFestival allowanceMedical insuranceDental insuranceAnnual health check upVaccinationTravel insuranceWHY JOIN US? If you love the intellectual challenge of working in a fast-paced, results-driven organization, there is a home for you at Crown Bioscience. Those who join Crown Bioscience feel a sense of ownership about their future. They thrive through innovation in the foremost fields in biotechnology. Here, you will join passionate professionals who strive to develop innovative products and technologies for biopharmaceutical applications to advance fields in science and medicine. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, integrity, and growth opportunities.
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