Reporting to the Assistant Director of the Strategic Partnership Division, this position requires an analytical thinker with strong relationship-building skills to engage industry, institutes of higher learning and government agencies and conduct horizon scans to identify future trends and growth areas that will enhance SIT’s education and applied research missions.

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on a research project where you will be part of the research team to develop yeast and fungi for food ingredient and biochemical production. The specific goals are: 1. Metabolic engineering of Yarrowia and Candida yeasts for organic acid production 2. Design and optimization of fermentation method in 10L and 100L stirred tank vessels

As a Manager, Career Coach, you will play a dual role in Industry Engagement and Student Development. You will build strategic relationships with organisations to promote the benefits of hiring SITstudents through the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP) and full-time roles. You will also work closely with students, primarily from the Chemical disciplines, to guide them in their career planning, readiness, and job search strategies.

As part of SIT’s bold journey to position the university in more systematic and structured future-ready applied learning and research, we are setting up a new Emerging Technology Unit to shape strategic directions in high-impact technology domains. We are seeking passionate and future-forward professionals to join this pioneering team. You will play a critical role in masterplanning emerging technologies, developing actionable roadmaps, and driving initiatives and programmes that shape SIT’s future-ready education, applied research, and workforce skills development efforts. If you have the vision, depth, and agility to bridge science, strategy, and society—this is your opportunity to influence national capability development and be part of SIT’s transformation.

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skills that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. About the DIGNIFIED programme The DIGNIFIED programme is dedicated to developing elderly-friendly, textured modified foods with desirable organoleptic and nutritional properties. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for elderly individuals by creating innovative, nutritious, and visually appealing food products that cater to their specific dietary needs. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Food Product Developer to join our research team under the DIGNIFIED programme. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science, product development, and research methodologies. This role involves working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop new food products, improve existing ones, and ensure they meet the programme’s mission.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of the Strategic Partnership Division, this position requires an analytical thinker with strong relationship-building skills to engage industry, institutes of higher learning and government agencies and conduct horizon scans to identify future trends and growth areas that will enhance SIT’s education and applied research missions.

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on a research project where you will be part of the research team to develop yeast and fungi for food ingredient and biochemical production. The specific goals are: 1. Metabolic engineering of Yarrowia and Candida yeasts for organic acid production 2. Design and optimization of fermentation method in 10L and 100L stirred tank vessels

As a Manager, Career Coach, you will play a dual role in Industry Engagement and Student Development. You will build strategic relationships with organisations to promote the benefits of hiring SITstudents through the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP) and full-time roles. You will also work closely with students, primarily from the Chemical disciplines, to guide them in their career planning, readiness, and job search strategies.

As part of SIT’s bold journey to position the university in more systematic and structured future-ready applied learning and research, we are setting up a new Emerging Technology Unit to shape strategic directions in high-impact technology domains. We are seeking passionate and future-forward professionals to join this pioneering team. You will play a critical role in masterplanning emerging technologies, developing actionable roadmaps, and driving initiatives and programmes that shape SIT’s future-ready education, applied research, and workforce skills development efforts. If you have the vision, depth, and agility to bridge science, strategy, and society—this is your opportunity to influence national capability development and be part of SIT’s transformation.

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skills that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. About the DIGNIFIED programme The DIGNIFIED programme is dedicated to developing elderly-friendly, textured modified foods with desirable organoleptic and nutritional properties. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for elderly individuals by creating innovative, nutritious, and visually appealing food products that cater to their specific dietary needs. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Food Product Developer to join our research team under the DIGNIFIED programme. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science, product development, and research methodologies. This role involves working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop new food products, improve existing ones, and ensure they meet the programme’s mission.