AVP, Innovation & Research (IR), Innovation Group
Core
Shape research priorities, conduct strategic foresight, build rapid prototypes, and translate research findings into actionable recommendations for UOB's future readiness.
Role type
Senior Applied Research & Innovation Lead
Builds
Rapid prototypes, proofs of concept, research briefs, and validated capabilities
Domain
Banking / Financial Services / Emerging Technologies
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Strategic foresight, applied research, rapid prototyping, Python programming, AI model development, experiment design, stakeholder engagement, technical writing
Preferred skills
Banking domain expertise, research partnerships, quantum applications knowledge
Technologies
Python, AI models, APIs, development frameworks
Responsibilities
Define research objectives and milestones; monitor emerging developments and global shifts; develop hands-on prototypes and proofs of concept; collaborate with universities and industry partners; translate findings into actionable recommendations; develop thought leadership materials
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC