Senior Manager, Ecosystem Development (Biobank)

Job description

Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park Limited (“HSITP”, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, is engaged in the planning, building, management, operation and maintenance of the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation & Technology Park at the Lok Ma Chau Loop (“the Loop”). With a site area of 87 hectares, the Loop will be a hub for vigorous technology R&D and collaboration among top-notch international R&D institutions, technology enterprises and talent. The Loop will provide necessary infrastructure, facilities and service support for the innovation and technology (I&T) community; with associated higher education, cultural and creative and other complementary facilities. ​Senior Manager, Ecosystem Development (Biobank) Reporting to the Associate Director, Ecosystem Development, this role plays a key role in the planning, development and management of strategic biobanking and laboratory infrastructure supporting translational research, clinical innovation and commercialization. Responsibilities: • Implementation of strategic plans for the development, governance and operation of biobank and laboratory facilities under the direction of the Associate Director and in alignment with HSITP's ecosystem strategy • Develop and recommend sustainable operating and growth models for shared infrastructure supporting translational research, precision medicine, advanced therapeutics, AI-driven healthcare and commercialization, and lead their implementation upon approval • Develop and manage strategic partnerships with government agencies, hospitals, universities, research institutes, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, CROs, CDMOs, investors and international organizations • Lead and coordinate cross-boundary and international collaboration initiatives, leveraging the GBA and global innovation networks to engage partners and attract research programmes and investment • Oversee the day-to-day management of laboratory infrastructure, technology platforms, equipment acquisition, facility expansion, service offerings, compliance reporting and operational performance • Develop, implement and continuously enhance governance frameworks for biospecimen and data management, participant consent, ethics, biosafety, quality assurance, accreditation, risk management and regulatory compliance, in accordance with the strategic direction set by the Associate Director • Lead business development, user acquisition and stakeholder engagement initiatives to enhance facility utilization, revenue generation and ecosystem impact • Monitor scientific, technological, regulatory and market trends in biobanking, genomics, cell and gene therapies, digital health and translational medicine • Perform other duties assigned by senior management Requirements: • Master's degree or above in Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Healthcare, Biomedical Engineering, Public Health or a related discipline; a PhD is an advantage • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in biobanking, core laboratory facilities , translational R&D or the Life & Health Technology sector, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role • Proven experience in managing and leading major workstreams within large-scale biobanking, laboratory infrastructure, healthcare innovation or ecosystem development initiatives • Strong knowledge of biobanking operations, regulatory and ethical frameworks, laboratory quality systems, translational research and precision medicine • Demonstrated capabilities in strategic planning, business development, stakeholder management and cross-sector partnership development • Established network across government, healthcare, academia and industry in Hong Kong, Mainland China, the GBA or international markets • Strategic thinker with strong leadership, problem solving, communication, analytical and decision-making skills • Excellent interpersonal, stakeholder management and communication skills • Excellent command of written and spoken English, Cantonese and Mandarin • Work at the Lok Ma Chau office is required Company Benefits: Competitive annual leave entitlement MPF Top-up benefit Medical benefits from Day-1 with extended coverage to dependent(s) Dental & Life insurance Training sponsorship Professional membership fee reimbursement To agencies: This position is open to HSITP registered agencies only. Registered agencies must ensure that the candidates have provided written and express authorization to be represented exclusively by their agencies. The application will remain open until the position is filled. HSITP reserves the right not to fill the position. Personal data provided will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purpose only. All personal data collected will be used strictly in accordance with employer’s personal data policies, you can access the Personal Information Collection Statement at Applicants not invited for interview within four weeks after application deadline may consider their applications unsuccessful. Personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for a maximum of two years.