About the role
Sr. Director, R&D Engineering – Singapore role based on the published job description. Key responsibilities and requirements were extracted directly from the posting for quick review.
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Key Responsibilities
- Director of R&D Engineering at our Singapore R&D Center to lead in innovative platform development, team management, and strategic partnerships.
- This pivotal leadership role calls for versatile thinking, technical knowledge, and strategic savvy to direct and expand our innovation hub in Singapore.
- Harmonize innovation and operational excellence while nurturing a vibrant culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- The key role centers on developing Singapore's R&D capabilities, while collaborating with global leaders to seek strategic partnerships and future R&D expansion in Asia.
- Lead strategically: Develop and guide the vision and future plan for Thermo Fisher's R&D center in Singapore, aligning with Divisional and Group goals while growing capacity to address regional and global requirements.
- People Development: Encourage, mentor, and grow the next generation of R&D leaders.
Requirements
- In Engineering, Life Sciences, or Applied Physics with 15+ years of R&D leadership in life sciences, diagnostics, or related high-tech fields.
- Proven track record in leading diverse global teams, delivering innovative product platforms (RUO & IVD), and navigating regulated environments (ISO13485, MGPP).
- Skilled in matrixed leadership, partner collaboration, and external representation, with strong communication, business strategy, and financial competence.
- Expertise in genomics, proteomics, and related technologies (software and instrument development) highly preferred.
- Key Attributes Leadership: Trusted, high-integrity leader who models accountability and inspires R&D teams.
- Operations & Innovation: Balances disciplined NPI and operations with creativity, driving continuous improvement and transformative science.