The Head of Faculty & Research Systems is expected to lead the strategy, delivery and ongoing improvement of digital systems supporting academic faculties and research activities. Requirements typically include a degree in information technology, computer science, business systems or a related discipline, along with substantial experience managing enterprise applications, technology projects and teams. The candidate should understand academic and research workflows, vendor management, cybersecurity, data governance and service delivery. Strong leadership, stakeholder-management and communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will be expected to align technology roadmaps with university priorities, improve system reliability and user experience, manage budgets and resources, and collaborate effectively with faculty members, researchers, professional staff and senior management.
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is Singapore's flagship comprehensive university and one of Asia's leading institutions of higher education. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate and research programmes across fields including business, computing, engineering, medicine, science, social sciences and the humanities. NUS is known for its strong research environment, international partnerships and close links with government, industry and the wider community. The university operates a large, technology-enabled campus and employs academic, research, administrative, technical and professional services staff from around the world. Its work combines education, innovation and research aimed at addressing regional and global challenges. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to support major institutional projects, engage with international collaborators and contribute to Singapore's knowledge economy.
Singapore is a compact, safe and highly connected island with strong opportunities in technology, education, finance, healthcare, research, logistics and advanced manufacturing. English is widely used in workplaces, while Chinese, Malay and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural, efficient and relatively formal, with excellent public transport, reliable services and a diverse food scene. Housing ranges from public HDB flats to private apartments, although rents can be high, especially near central areas. Singapore has a hot, humid climate throughout the year. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, while eligible skilled employees may qualify for other work passes; approval depends on salary, qualifications and current government criteria. Relocating usually involves arranging housing, health insurance, banking, tax registration and school places if moving with family. Public healthcare is strong, but expatriates often use employer-provided private coverage.
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