Research Program Manager
Core
Operational backbone for applied research programs and strategic partnerships in AI-powered industrial engineering, ensuring scientists and engineers stay focused on science while connecting technical work to business outcomes.
Role type
Senior Research Program Manager (Applied Research & Strategy)
Builds
Applied research programs, strategic research partnerships, and a new applied research team in Singapore.
Domain
AI, Industrial Engineering, Simulation, Deep Tech
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Program management, strategic operations, stakeholder management, problem-solving, roadmap planning, operating rhythms, cross-functional collaboration, technical literacy
Preferred skills
Research program management, machine learning, simulation, scientific computing, academic collaboration, coaching techniques, high-growth tech company experience
Technologies
Notion, Linear, GitHub
Responsibilities
Coordinate multiple research projects with external partners; synthesize plans and drive solutions for research leads; translate high-level objectives into manageable tasks; maintain roadmaps with milestones and decision points; run operating rituals (stand-ups, reviews); track progress and surface risks; act as a bridge between technical and strategic directions; support resourcing and capacity planning; foster cross-regional collaboration; coordinate research outputs (papers, demos).
