program director

6 hours ago


Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science & Technology (CREST) Center Full time 120,000 - 180,000 per year

Company Description

Launched in 2012, Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science and Technology (CREST) was formed to address Malaysia's E&E needs to grow the Research, Development and Commercialization (R&D&C) ecosystem through market driven collaborative R&D and Talent Development. As of July 2023, CREST is officially an agency of MITI.

Our goal is to become the premier platform for collaborative applied research and leverage our capabilities and strengths in E&E to enable growth in emerging markets. We are the catalyst that connects the industry, academia and government, bringing them together, to collaborate & jointly create solutions for the ecosystem.

CREST's role is far-reaching, we close the loop for collaboration between all stakeholders across industries and geographies.

Role Description

The Program Director (contract position) is responsible for the strategic development, execution, and management of CREST's E&E initiatives. This role focuses on driving collaborative innovation programs, research and technology commercialization to strengthen Malaysia's E&E ecosystem. The incumbent will serve as the key liaison between academia, industry, and government to ensure impactful outcomes that align with CREST's priorities.

Responsibilities

  1. Strategic Program Leadership

  2. Develop, implement, and oversee strategic E&E programs in alignment with CREST's mission.

  3. Identify emerging technologies and research trends in semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, embedded systems, etc.
  4. Formulate strategies to position CREST as a collaborative leader in E&E innovation and technology transfer.

  5. Research & Innovation Management

  6. Evaluate and monitor R&D projects between universities and industry partners.

  7. Ensure programs deliver measurable outcomes in IP generation, publications, commercialization, and capacity building.
  8. Facilitate access to funding mechanisms and support proposal development for research grants.

  9. Stakeholder Engagement

  10. Build and sustain partnerships with E&E industry players, government agencies, and academic institutions.

  11. Represent CREST in national and international forums, promoting Malaysia's E&E ecosystem.
  12. Foster multi-stakeholder collaborations that drive talent development and technology adoption.

  13. Program Governance & Operations

  14. Manage program budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure effective resource utilization.

  15. Prepare reports, performance indicators, and impact assessments for internal and external stakeholders.
  16. Implement robust monitoring and evaluation systems to track progress against KPIs.

  17. Talent and Ecosystem Development

  18. Support initiatives that enhance the E&E talent pipeline through university–industry collaboration and skills development.

  19. Mentor technical teams and researchers involved in E&E programs.
  20. Contribute to conferences/ dialogues on technology policy and workforce readiness.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Strong project management skills, including experience managing budgets, timelines, and program performance evaluations.
  • Proven experience in leadership roles, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative team management.
  • Knowledge of the Electrical and Electronics (E&E) industry and R&D processes, including technology trends and innovation practices.
  • Ability to build and maintain partnerships across industry, academia, and government sectors.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and strategic planning skills.
  • Masters or PHD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (preferred) or related disciplines.
  • Minimum 10 years experience in E&E industry, R&D program management or technology commercialization.
  • Prior experience in program management or technology-driven industries is an advantage.


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