Staff in focus: Akshay Singh

Name:

Akshay Singh

My Pronouns:

He/Him

Title:

Director, Research Security

Faculty/Department/Unit:

Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation

Location:

Vancouver

Year I started working at UBC:

2023

Describe what you do at UBC in 10 words or less:

I support researchers in safeguarding their research and knowledge.

What is the best thing about your work/role at UBC?

I absolutely love the ability to work with a diverse group of talented researchers across multiple Faculties that are doing fascinating work. I've learned so much from engaging with them and am truly proud of the impact UBC is making globally.

What trait do you most admire in others?

I admire those that are able to be honest with themselves and those around them. I've also always greatly respected those who can genuinely listen to feedback and seek to and implement positive change.

What's one personal experience you would encourage others to do/try?

Travel and expand your horizons, if you can! There's so much of our beautiful world out there to see and experience. Some of my favourite personal experiences involve exploring a new part of the world and interacting with new cultures and people.