Available RA Vacancies

Position Project Requirement Contact Closing Date
Graduate Research Assistant FP142-2019A
Controlling Corrosion Rate Of Biodiesel Fueled Engines Via Cyclic Regeneration Of Weak Base Within Diesel Engine Oil

Applicants need to fulfill the following requirement:-

1) Possess Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Material Science with CGPA >3.0

2) Already registered as full research student in UM 

3) Have commitment and passion toward research

4) Proficient in English

5) Local candidate (Malaysian only)

6) Pleasant personality, hardworking, independent, self-motivated, requires minimal supervision, resourceful, diligent, and  willing to learn

7) Employment Type and Duration: Contract, 4 months

Contact Information : Contact Information : nurinmz@um.edu.my 08-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant IIRG003B-2022SAH
WP2: Inclusive Aged Care Beyond Pandemic: Development of Caregiving Credentialing and Music Care Module for Caregivers and the Older People
  • Malaysian citizen with good command of both English and Malay (spoken and written),
  • Obtained Bachelor/Master degree in related field with CGPA of 3.5 and above,
  • Own laptop/computer,
  • Self-motivated, hardworking and able to work independently,
  • Experience in music/arts performance
 
Job Scope:
  • Organise and attends project meetings, 
  • Perform administrative duties (including grant related matters) and research tasks,
  • Conduct literature review,
  • Prepare interviews and survey questionnaires,
  • Collect data (meeting participants),
  • Perform data entry, analysis, and reporting,
  • Maintain accurate records of interviews and survey,
  • Safeguarding the confidentiality of study participants.

 

'Dr. Shafa'atussara Silahudin (syafasara@um.edu.my)' 08-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant FP003-2020
Conceptualizing A Malaysian Music Model: Theorizing The Malaysian Music Identity
  • Master Degree in music.
  • Knowledge in ethnomusicology.
  • Hardworking, independent, willing to learn new things and able to work in team.
  • Able to transcribe music from recordings.
  • Must be existing PhD candidate preferably major in Ethnomusicology.
loofy@um.edu.my 08-06-2023
Research Assistant FP090-2022
Adsorption Mechanism Studies Of Functionalized Granular Activated Carbon Synthesized From Local Fruit Peels As Potential Pollutant Removal In Wetland Water Treatment

Assalamualaikum w.b.t and greetings all,

 

We are looking for committed and enthusiastic individuals who are interested to register as a full time Masters (by research) or PhD students at University of Malaya.

 

RESEARCH AREA:

  1. Production of activated carbon via different technologies for water treatment application
  2. Conversion of natural gas to hydrogen via advanced catalytic cracking

 

CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS:

- Malaysian

- Bachelor Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or other related fields.

- Master’s Degree in relevant fields for PhD studies

- CGPA: 3.0 and above.

- Good in attitude, highly motivated and able to work in group and independently.

- Good communication skills and proficient in English.

- Expected to register as soon as possible.

 

If interested, please send your inquiry and CV to Dr. Fathiah Mohd Zuki (fathiahmz@um.edu.my) and Dr. Fazly Patah (fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my).

 

Thank you.

 

Contact Information : If interested, please send your inquiry and CV to Dr. Fathiah Mohd Zuki (fathiahmz@um.edu.my) and Dr. Fazly Patah (fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my). 10-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant IIRG001A-2021HWB
Clinical Assessments And Risk Factors Analysis Of Bacterial Vaginosis

Applicants need to fulfill the following requirement:-

•            Malaysians only

•            Applicants must possess/currently in Master's degree in related field

•            Have commitment and passion toward research with ability to produce research output.

•            Excellent proficiency in English and Malay (written and spoken).

•            Having own transport and laptop.

•            Having work experience as an RA or have publications (journal, books etc) is an added advantage

•            Pleasant personality, self-motivated, hardworking, resourceful, diligent, and willing to learn new things.

 Employment type and duration: 9 months 

Full time basis with salary: RM1,800 per month

Location: Pusat Perubatan University Malaya

APPLICATIONN CLOSING DATE: 15.06.2023

For more information, please contact: Dr. Neha Sethi(s_neha26@um.edu.my). HOW TO APPLY: All applications MUST be made online through RA Recruitment System website at http://ra-recruitment.um.edu.my. Please be informed that only the applications received for this project through RA Recruitment System will be selected. 15-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant IIRG005A-2022SAH
WP1: Towards A More Inclusive and Intelligent Household-Level Decision Making On the Adoption of Energy Efficient Cooling and Lighting Appliances in Malaysia

We are looking for a highly motivated postgraduate student to undertake a PhD project entitled "Towards a More Inclusive and Intelligent Household-Level Decision Making on the Adoption of Energy Efficient Cooling and Lighting Appliances in Malaysia". This is an interdisciplinary project between engineering, social sciences and economics where student will have to work with others in these disciplines for integrated project outcomes. 

Research Area: Electrical Energy Utilization 

Requirements

  1. Undergraduate degree in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics Engineering, with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 or equivalent.
  2. Has obtained a Master degree in relevant research topic.
  3. Proficient in written and spoken English.
  4. Must register as a PhD student with Universiti Malaya. For international candidate, he/she must be able to commit to come to Malaysia within 3 months from the date of acceptance. 
  5. Able to commit full time. 
  6. Able to work independently and efficiently.
  7. Self-motivated, hardworking, and target-oriented to achieve project outcomes.

 

Benefits

  1. Project is funded under Impact-Oriented Interdisciplinary Research Grant Programme (IIRG005A-2022SAH)
  2. This is a well-defined project, and the candidate will be supported by the supervisors, collaborators and colleagues in similar research field.
  3. Opportunity for networking with local and international researchers, as well as local industries.
  4. Candidate with superior performance may stand a chance to attend conferences to present research findings.

 

Funding Arrangements

  1. Appointment period: Full time for a minimum period of 1 year with monthly stipend of max RM 2000, renewal for the subsequent year would depend on the work performance.
  2. Tuition fee can be waived under Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) scheme.

 

Application deadline: Until the position is filled.

Expected date of commencement: As soon as possible.

Interested candidates should send their CV to afiqah.mansor@um.edu.my for arrangement of an interview and apply online if accepted. 

 

Contact Information : Phone: 019-4276319 Email: afiqah.mansor@um.edu.my 15-06-2023
Research Assistant IIRG002C-2022HWB
WP3: Smart Twin Block Appliance with Integrated Sensor and TargetedOral Therapeutic-Delivery System for Improving Treatment Effectiveness
Dear all,
 
We would like to invite new applications for a position of  Research Assistant (RA) for a project entitled Smart Twin Block Appliance with Integrated Sensor and Targeted Oral Therapeutic-Delivery System for Improving Treatment Effectiveness. The position will be under Work Package 3 (WP3): Assessing the compliance of muscles of mastication using salivary biomarker. The project is funded by UM Impact-Oriented Interdisciplinary Research Grant Programme (IIRG).
 
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FULL TIME  
 
REQUIREMENT:
Malaysian citizen with good command of both English and Malay
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree 
Good communication skill with people across different ages 
Own laptop/computer.
 
Job Scope:
Organise and attends project meetings. 
Perform administrative duties (including grant related matters) and research tasks.
Find articles for literature review.
Perform data collection, entry, analysis, and reporting.
Safeguarding the confidentiality of study participants.
Actively involved with organising community activities related to the study.
 
For more information, please contact:
Assoc Prof Dr Wan Ahmad Hafiz Wan Md Adnan
Department of Medicine
Faculty of Medicine
Universiti Malaya
wahafiz@um.edu.my
 
HOW TO APPLY:
All applications MUST be made online through RA Recruitment System website at http://ra-recruitment.um.edu.my. Please be informed that only the applications received for this project through RA Recruitment System will be selected.
'Assoc Prof Dr Wan Ahmad Hafiz Wan Md Adnan Department of Medicine Faculty of Medicine Universiti Malaya wahafiz@um.edu.my' 16-06-2023
Research Assistant IIRG003B-2022FNW
WP2: Developing Next-generation Microbiome-based Biostimulant for Sustainable Crop Production in a Changing Climate
  • Malaysian citizen 
  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in biotechnology, plant sciences, or any relevant disciplines.
  • Basic hands-on experience in microbiology and plant cultivation.
  • Hard-working, organized, and keen to learn new skills.
  • Project-based remuneration and training will be provided.
  • Must be able to commence work immediately.
Interested applicants please provide a brief CV and academic certificate in a single PDF file to yvonneljm@um.edu.my and boonchin@um.edu.my. 16-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant FP091-2020
The Effect Of Helical Twisting Power Of The Chiral Nematic Of Chitosan On Its Morphogenesis

Requirements:

  1. Malaysian only.
  2. B.Sc. in Chemistry/Applied Chemistry with CGPA 3.00 and above.
  3. Required skills: lab work, instrumentation.
  4. Proficient in spoken and written English.
  5. Enrol for a full-time MSc. program after appointment.
  6. Pleasant personality, dedicated, responsible, resourceful, and able to work independently.

Salary: RM1500/month 

'Please send your CV to: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azizah Mainal at azizah_mainal@um.edu.my Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.' 30-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant IIRG004B-2022SAH
WP2: Empowering Tertiary Education Students in Improving Sleep Quality through Auditory and Kinesthetic Activities
  • Malaysian only
  • Bachelor degree in sports science, pure science, allied health sciences (e.g. nursing, physiotherapy), biomedical science with CGPA of at least 3.2/4.
  • Must apply and enrol in full time Master studies in the research area of the project 
  • Strong interest in exercise/sports and research (i.e. play hard and work hard(er))
  • Must be proficient in English (written and spoken).
  • Resourceful, self-motivated, reliable, outgoing and willing to learn.
  • Monthly salary up to RM 2000 for maximum of 24 month
'For more information, please contact Dr. Chan Chow Khuen (ckchan@um.edu.my)' 30-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant PV006-2023
Interventional Study Of Detoxification On Sleep Quality And Fatigue Through Reflexology Of Ogawa Automated Massage

We are looking for GRA for industry project funded by Ogawa Malaysia

Project focus on clincial trial and correlation studies between body massage and high blood pressure / low back pain.

 

Requirements:

CGPA more than 3.0

Malaysian

Must register Master/Phd during the tenure.

'lai.khinwee@um.edu.my' 30-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant FP129-2019A
A Combined Metabolomics-bioassay Approach For Understanding The Metabolite Changes In Different Morphological And Developmental Stages Of A Sclerotium-forming Fungus, Lignosus Rhinocerotis

Scope of work:

Chemistry, natural products, bioassays, biochemistry, cell culture

Requirements:

1. Possess a Bachelor's Degree (CGPA > 3.5) or a Master's Degree in revelant fields e.g. biology, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, biotechnology, etc.

2. Willing to register for a Master or PhD programme 

3. Strong interest in research and willing to learn new skills. Candidates with previous experience/training (e.g. FYP, internship. RAship, etc.) in mycology/microbiology, natural products and/or biochemistry/bioassays are preferred but those without experiece may also be considered

4. Good communication skills and proficient in English and Malay (written and oral)

5. Pleasant personality, independent (with minimal supervision), hardworking and able to work well in team

6. Possess own transport will be an added advantage

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Please contact Dr. BF Lau (bengfye@um.edu.my) for more information.

For more information, please contact Dr. BF Lau (bengfye@um.edu.my). Interested candidates, kindly enclose your latest CV. 30-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant IMG007-2023
Monodispersity And Encapsulation Efficiency Of Cadmium Selenide Quantum Dots
REQUIREMENT:
  • Possess a Bachelor's Degree or a Master's Degree in revelant fields (Science, Material Engineering, Chemical Enginering)
  • Potential candidate must register for a full-time masters/ PhD programme upon appointment and work diligently towards completion
  • Good communication skills and proficient in English and Malay (both written and spoken)
  • Able to work well independently, highly motivated, hardworking, have passion for research
  • Able to start work immediately 
 
JOB SCOPE:
 
  • Manage the designated research project to deliver results within agreed timelines
  • Coordinate data collection
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Abstract presentations and manuscript writing
  • Manage administrative work pertaining to the project 

 

'aliyahamizi@um.edu.my' 30-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant ST088-2022
Liquefaction of Plastic Waste to Produce Alternative Liquid Fuel
Salam and greetings all,
 
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual who is interested to enrol as a full time Masters (by research) or PhD student at University of Malaya. 
 
Criteria for the applicants:
- Masters or First Class in Bachelor Degree in relevant fields for PhD studies
- Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or other related fields.
- CGPA: 3.0 and above.
- Good in attitude, highly motivated and able to work in group and independently.
- Good communication skills and proficient in English.
 
Expected Start Date: As soon as possible
 
If interested, please send your inquiry and CV to:
Dr. Fazly Patah (fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my)
Dr. Fazly Patah (fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my) +6012 355 8535 30-06-2023
Project Research Assistant (project) IIRG004C-2020IISS
From Waste To Food: Reutilisation Of Spent Mushroom Substrates For The Cultivation Of Volvariella Volvacea (straw Mushroom)

Scope of work: Mushroom cultivation, chemistry, biochemistry

 

Requirements:

1. Possess a Bachelor's Degree (CGPA > 3.5) in life sciences

2. Willing to register for a Master's programme at Universiti Malaya

3. Strong interest in research and willing to learn new skills

4. Good communication skills and proficient in English and Malay (written and oral)

5. Pleasant personality, independent (with minimal supervision), hardworking and able to work well in team

6. Possess own transport (part of the work to be carried at the industry partner's site in Klang Valley)

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Duration: 24 months

Contact Information : Please contact Dr. BF Lau (bengfye@um.edu.my) for more information. 30-06-2023
Research Assistant IMG008-2023
Active Balancing Of Retired Electric Vehicle Batteries For A Photovoltaic System With Energy Storage
Candidates must register as a MPhil degree student with UM Power Dedicated Advanced Centre (UMPEDAC).
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree of electrical engineering field with CGPA 3.00 and above.
  • Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
  • Has strong interest in power electronics and renewable energy.
  • Knowledge in Matlab or C/C++ programming.
  • Hardworking, committed, and independent.
 
Salary will be according to UM standard.
 
For more information, please contact Dr. Siti Rohani Sheikh Raihan (srohani_sr@um.edu.my).
 
All applications MUST be made online through RA Recruitment System website (http://ra-recruitment.um.edu.my). 
'Dr. Siti Rohani Sheikh Raihan (srohani_sr@um.edu.my).' 30-06-2023
Graduate Research Assistant FP112-2022
Palaeo-biodiversity And Taxonomy Of Late Cenozoic Fossils From Sarawak

1.     MALAYSIAN citizen - Candidate from SARAWAK is encouraged to apply.   

2.     BSc degree in relevant fields (Biology and/or related discipline, with a CGPA ≥ 3.00)

3.     Strong interest in fossil insects and palaeobiogeography of Sundaland (or the Indomalayan Realm)  

4.     Good essay skills in English

5.     Willing to pursue an MSc (in research) under the FRGS project.

A monthly RA stipend of RM2,000 will be provided (for up to 24 months). 

Please forward your CV to: Dr. Zubaidah Ya'cob (zyacob@um.edu.my) (TIDREC); Dr. Nurul Ashikin Abdullah (shikin84@um.edu.my) (ISB); or Dr. Masatoshi Sone (masatoshi.sone@um.edu.my) (Dept. Geology). Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. 15-07-2023
Graduate Research Assistant IIRG004A-2022FNW
Wp1: Ashless, Biodegradable, And Compatible 1,3,4-thiadiazole Derivatives As Industrial And Automotive Lubricant Additives

1.       B.Sc. in Chemistry/Applied Chemistry/Engineering Chemistry with CGPA 3.00 and above/

2.       Hardworking in laboratory, interesting to do the experiments, willing to learn, and diligent

3.       Proficient in spoken and written English.

4.       Enrol for a full-time MSc/PhD program after the appointment.

5.       Pleasant personality, dedicated, responsible, resourceful, and able to work independently.

Salary:

According to qualifications and an agreement.

The interested students can submit their cover letter and CV to the following emails:
mrafiej@um.edu.my  
ngkhaligh@um.edu.my 
 
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
mrafiej@um.edu.my ngkhaligh@um.edu.my 31-08-2023