Manager, Science Writer

Young and research-intensive Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU Singapore) is ranked among the worlds top universities. NTUs College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) is a leading college that is known for its excellent curriculum outstanding and impactful research and world-renowned faculty.

A hot bed of cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking research the College aims to groom the next generation of leaders thinkers and innovators to thrive in the digital age. Located in the heart of Asia NTUs College of Computing and Data Science is an exciting place to learn and grow. We welcome you to join our community of faculty students and alumni who are shaping the future of AI Data Science and Computing.

We invite suitable candidates to apply for the Manager Science Writer role with our Communications and Publicity team to support the College of Computing and Data Science by transforming complex research technical advances and academic initiatives into clear accurate and engaging content for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Science Communications

• Develop and execute a science communications strategy aligned with the Colleges research innovation and engagement priorities.

• Position the Colleges research strengths impact and thought leadership in computing data science AI and interdisciplinary domains.

• Advise College leadership on messaging narratives and communication approaches for research-related initiatives.

Content Leadership & Development

• Lead the development of high-impact content including:

  • Research and impact features

  • Strategic reports and research highlights

  • Grant and programme impact narratives

  • Media-ready stories and thought leadership pieces

• Ensure content is accurate accessible and aligned with institutional branding and tone.

• Provide editorial oversight for all science-related communications produced by the College.

Faculty & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a key liaison with faculty members research centres and institutes to identify strategic storytelling opportunities.

• Work closely with senior academics to shape complex ideas into clear and compelling narratives for external audiences.

• Coordinate with central communications advancement research offices and external partners on joint initiatives.

Project Management

• Oversee content planning timelines and resource allocation across multiple projects.

• Establish editorial standards workflows and best practices for science communications.

Institutional & External Support

• Support leadership communications including speeches talking points briefings and strategic narratives.

• Contribute to submissions related to rankings awards major grants and institutional reporting.

Global Scientific Engagement & Event Management

• Identify and shortlist potential speakers globally based on expertise and relevance.

• Initiate outreach negotiate terms and confirm participation.

• Coordinate speaker logistics (travel accommodation honorarium technical requirements).

• Ensure smooth delivery of sessions including contingency planning.

• Facilitate networking opportunities for participants.

Requirements:

• At least a Bachelors degree in Science Engineering Computing Data Science Communications Journalism or a related discipline; postgraduate qualification preferred.

• At least 7 years of experience in science communication research communications technical writing or related fields.

• Experience working in academic research or research-intensive environments is strongly preferred.

• Proven ability to lead and execute strategic science communications initiatives.

• Strong editorial judgment and ability to synthesise complex technical content.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience advising senior stakeholders.

• Strong project management and people management capabilities.

• Ability to work across disciplines and manage competing priorities in a complex organisation.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.