Manager of R&D Project Initiation & Management

Key Responsibilities l R&D Project Initiation: Lead targeted scientific literature reviews (CNS pharmacology, drug development, unmet medical needs) and market research (competitive landscapes, regulatory trends, clinical trial outcomes) to provide data-driven evidence for new internal R&D and collaborative project initiation. Evaluate pipeline feasibility and present insights to senior leadership to guide strategic investment decisions. l Project Coordination & Progress Oversight: Support developing and maintaining project plans (timelines, milestones, resource allocation) for early-stage R&D initiatives, aligning with global development goals. Track progress, document milestones, identify risks/delays, and collaborate with cross-functional teams (Clinical Operations, Pharmacology, Translational Science) to implement mitigation strategies. l Cross-Regional & Stakeholder Alignment: Coordinate communication between Hong Kong team and U.S./UK teams to ensure seamless task synchronization and alignment on project priorities. Organize project review meetings, prepare agendas/minutes, and maintain compliant documentation (meeting records, milestone trackers). l Process Optimization: Learn and apply R&D-focused project management frameworks/SOPs, and contribute ideas to streamline initiation workflows (e.g., leveraging AI tools for literature analysis, feasibility assessment) to accelerate pipeline growth. Requirements & Qualifications l Education: PhD in biology (neuroscience preferred), with a strong preference for a focus on pharmacology (neuropharmacology, translational pharmacology, or CNS drug development). Candidates with research experience in CNS disorders (e.g., PWS, ASD, AD) are highly desirable. l Experience: Open to fresh PhD graduates, postdoctoral fellows, and early-career professionals. Academic project experience (leading a thesis/postdoc project, multi-lab collaboration, research timeline management) or relevant industry exposure (supporting R&D project initiation, clinical trial coordination) is a strong plus. l Technical Expertise: Proficiency in scientific literature analysis, data synthesis, and academic/technical writing (theses, research papers, feasibility reports). Familiarity with basic biotech R&D workflows (preclinical/clinical drug development) and tools (EndNote, GraphPad Prism) is preferred. l Skills: Excellent verbal and written English (mandatory); proficiency in Cantonese/Mandarin is preferred. Strong analytical thinking, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Proactive learning attitude, team-oriented mindset, and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced startup. Familiar with or eager to learn AI-powered literature/market research and R&D project management tools to optimize initiation efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.