Available RA Vacancies

Requirement:

Graduate Research Assistant at Universiti Malaya.

Contact:

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Requirement:

We are seeking a motivated candidate for a jointly-supervised PhD position to conduct interdisciplinary research across Universiti Malaya and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University.

Requirement: The candidate should have a Master degree in science discipline

Project Scope: You will join our team to develop next-generation antimicrobial compounds. The project integrates:

• Chemical synthesis

• In silico modeling

• Microbiology assays

• Animal efficacy studies

Structure & Funding:

• Initial Phase: 3 months of intensive synthetic chemistry, in silico, and microbiology training at UM, supported by a research assistantship.

• PhD Track: Upon successful performance evaluation, the candidate will be awarded a fully sponsored PhD offer at NYCU

Contact:

Email your CV to cheechinfei@um.edu.my

Requirement:

Dear All, 

 

We would like to invite applications for a PhD Graduate Research Assistant position in a study on Selection and Screening of Bioactive Compounds from Selected Tropical Algae. The candidate must enrol in a postgraduate PhD program at UM in the upcoming October intake.

Requirements:

 

1. Malaysian citizen only.

2. Master’s degree by research or Bachelor’s (CGPA>3.70) in any Biology related discipline.

3. Able to write and converse well in English and Bahasa Malaysia with strong reporting and documentation skills

4. Ability to work independently and as part of a research team

5. Experience with laboratory experiments and data analysis. Knowledge of algal physiology, biochemistry, or natural product extraction is an advantage

 

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:FULL-TIME

 

Interested candidates kindly direct your cover letter, CV, and academic transcript to Prof Lim (phaikeem@um.edu.my) and Dr Poong (szewan@um.edu.my)   

 

Contact:

'For more information, please contact Prof Lim (phaikeem@um.edu.my) and Dr Poong (szewan@um.edu.my)'

Requirement:

Dear all,

 

We are pleased to invite applications for the following positions in our research project focusing on the development of lateral flow immunoassays and electrochemical biosensors

 

Positions Available:

 

-Postdoctoral Researcher

-Graduate Research Assistant (Master’s/PhD)

-Research Assistant

 

Employment Status:

Full-time

 

Requirements:

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

 

-Malaysian citizen

-For GRA applicants: Bachelor’s degree (CGPA ≥ 3.30) in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Engineering, or other relevant disciplines

-Good proficiency in both written and spoken English

-Strong commitment and passion for research

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

-Prior experience in paper-based sensor development or an electrical engineering background will be an added advantage

 

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Leo Bey Fen (beyfenleo@um.edu.my):

 

-Brief letter of motivation

-Curriculum Vitae (CV)

-Academic transcript

-Relevant publications (if available)

 

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Contact:

'Assoc. Prof. Dr. Leo Bey Fen (beyfenleo@um.edu.my):'

Requirement:

1. Malaysian only

2. Degree (CGPA 3.3 and above) in health-related field

3. Good knowledge of research methodology

4. Good reporting and writing skills

5. Meticulous and highly motivated with ability to learn rapidly and work independently on assigned tasks

 

Additional advantage:

1. Having experience in trials before

2. Currently located in Klang Valley and willing to travel outstation for projects

Contact:

'email to Dr Beh Hooi Chin, hcbeh@ummc.edu.my - curriculum vitae - a brief letter of motivation'

Requirement:

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented candidate to join our research team. This project focuses on the mathematical modeling of magnetized blood flow dynamics within arterial stenosis, aiming to push the boundaries of computational hemodynamics and physiological modeling.
 

Key Responsibilities & Graduation Requirements

• Research & Modeling: Develop, simulate, solve and analyze mathematical models of magnetized blood flows through stenosed arteries.

• Academic Output: Produce high-impact research results and publish at least two (2) papers in SCI Q1 indexed journals.

• Supervision: Register as a full-time Ph.D. candidate in Semester 1/2026/2027 under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI).

• Timely Completion: Successfully complete and submit the Ph.D. thesis within 2 years.

Applicant Qualifications

Required Prerequisites:

• Academic Background: Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field.

• Domain Knowledge: Prior background and experience in mathematical modeling of blood flow (hemodynamics / bio-fluid dynamics) in stenosed arteries.

• Technical & Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical ability and strong mathematical modeling skills.

• Programming Proficiency: Advanced programming and simulation skills in MATLAB (experience with fluid dynamics solvers or numerical methods is highly desirable).

Personal Attributes:

• Responsive, accountable and with consistent work reporting habit.

• High degree of self-motivation, independence and strong problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent technical writing skills with a focus on scientific publishing.

Contact:

'Assoc. Prof. Dr. Noor Fadiya Mohd Noor Institute of Mathematical Sciences Faculty of Science drfadiya@um.edu.my'

Requirement:

Dear all,

We would like to invite applications for the position of Research Assistant for a project on Energy Efficiency and Conservation Study in Universiti Malaya.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full time

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Malaysian citizen
2. Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent (CGPA should be 3.0 and above);

JOB SCOPE:
1. To collect and analyse the data on energy of and energy consumption in Universiti Malaya;
2. To assist in preparing energy efficiency and conservation (EE&C) report;
3. To check the accuracy of information provided in the energy efficiency and conservation (EE&C) report;
4. To suggest any other energy saving measures which can be implemented and to monitor the implementation of such measures;
5. To assist in monitoring the implementation of the Energy Management System (EnMS) in Universiti Malaya;
6. To carry out such other duties as may be determined by Universiti Malaya Sustainable Development Centre (UMSDC).

SALARY:
RM2300 per month

 

Once appointed, work will start without delay. 
 

Interested candidates please send your resume to

1) Dr. Siti Rohani Sheikh Raihan, or

2) Associate Prof. Dr. Tan Chia Kwang 

 

Contact:

1) Dr. Siti Rohani Sheikh Raihan (srohani_sr@um.edu.my) 2) Associate Prof. Dr. Tan Chia Kwang (cktan@um.edu.my)

Requirement:

Requirements

• Nationality: Malaysian

• Education & Degree:

  • BSc or MSc Degree in Science and Engineering.

  • For BSc holders, a First Class Degree with a CGPA > 3.5 is required.

• Language Skills: * Excellent oral and written proficiency in English is a prerequisite.

  • Good proficiency in the Malay language (written and spoken).

• Core Skills & Attributes:

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Possesses a right sense of urgency, hard-working, proactive, and willing to learn new skills or knowledge.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: RM 1,800 – RM 2,000 per month (determined based on your qualifications and experience).

• Work Environment: We offer a competitive salary within a friendly, collaborative working environment.

How to Apply

For more information, please contact: ���� Email: cwlai@um.edu.my

Contact:

'cwlai@um.edu.my'

Requirement:

• Malaysian citizen

• Bachelor’s degree (CGPA ≥ 3.00) in a Bachelor's Degree in Built Environment, or other relevant disciplines.

• Ready to register as a Master’s candidate at the Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaya.

• Good proficiency in both written and spoken English and Malay

• Passionate and self-motivated

• Works well independently, resourceful and quick learner

• Monthly allowances of RM 1,500 for nine months

 

Contact:

noramaleenamazlan@um.edu.my 012-8864520

Requirement:

1) Degree Holders in Mathematics or Physics (prior knowledge of Relativity theory is required).

2) Candidate must be willing to register for Master (by research mode)/PhD or already registered as full research student in UM.

4) Have commitment and passion toward research.

5) Good communication skills and able to interact well with other people.

 

Location: Faculty of Science, Universiti Malaya.

Contact:

'avikde@um.edu.my'

Requirement:

1. Malaysian citizen.
2. Bachelor's degree in Medicine, Statistics, Nursing, Medical Science, or other Health Sciences.
3. Good understanding of basic medical terminology and clinical practice.
4. Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
5. Responsible, organised, and able to work independently.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic computer applications, experience in using SPSS software is added advantage. 
7. Prior research or clinical experience is preferred.
8. Eager to learn, with a strong sense of professionalism and ethical conduct.

 

Contact:

'Dr. Ng Yi-De Department of Biomedical Imaging Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya email: ng.yide@ummc.edu.my/ ngyide@um.edu.my'

Requirement:

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or other related fields.
• Master’s Degree in relevant fields (if any).
• Minimum CGPA of 3.0 or above.
• Proficiency in Python programming.
• Experience in machine learning is an added advantage.
• Strong work ethic, highly motivated, and able to work both independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in English.

Contact:

Dr. Wong Wei Ru (weiru@um.edu.my)

Requirement:

Postgraduate Student Opportunities

Positions Available:

• 2 PhD candidate (Local)

Project Title:
Green Approach to Mitigate New Emerging Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) in the Malaysia Water Environment x1

Project Duration:

36 months

Start Date:
1 March 2026 (new semester intake)

Opportunities:

• Short-term overseas study attachment in collaborator labs (China, UK, Australia)
• High-impact journal publication platform/support from journal's editor
• Supportive and motivated postgraduate team (team work and guidance from mentor)

Desired Candidate Profile:
We are seeking highly motivated, inquisitive, enthusiastic, and result-driven PhD candidates who are Malaysian citizens.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Chemistry, or Engineering (minimum CGPA >3.25, First-Class Degree preferred)
• Language Proficiency: Excellent in English and Malay (both written and spoken)
• Skills:
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Hardworking, proactive, and willing to learn new skills
  • A strong sense of urgency and responsibility

Remuneration:
Research Assistant position with a salary of up to >RM 2,000 per month, based on qualifications and experience.

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Friendly working environment

Contact:

'cwlai@um.edu.my'

Requirement:

Proficient in MATLAB./ Python

Proficient in Bahasa Malaysia

Background knowledge in Imaging / Spectroscopy

Register as a MPhil programme 

Contact:

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Requirement:

Vacancy: Graduate Research Assistant

 

We would like to invite applications for the position of Graduate Research Assistant 

Join an interdisciplinary team of researchers and international collaborators dedicated to advancing digital innovation in healthcare education through immersive technologies, particularly virtual reality (VR) for medical and nursing education.

 

FULL-TIME POSITION

 

Requirements

1. Malaysian citizen

2. Candidate must enroll in a full-time PhD programme at Universiti Malaya. 

3. Bachelor or Master’s degree one of the following (or a related field): Medical Sciences, Nursing, Medical or Health Professions Education, Educational Technology, Health Informatics or Digital Health, Public Health and Computer Science

4. Good organizational skills and capability working with multidisciplinary stakeholders. 

5. Good communication skills and proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and oral).

6. Strong motivation, hardworking and work diligently towards completion within timelines. 

 

JOB SCOPE

• Manage the designated projects to deliver results within agreed timelines

• Develop, implement and evaluate VR in healthcare curriculum

• Manage paperwork related to the project (e.g. workshop organization, procurement)

• Skills in medical education is preferred.

 

Application:

Interested candidates are invited to email Dr Lim Hooi Min at hmlim@um.edu.my with the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• A brief letter of motivation outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience

 

Full-time employment for 3 years

Salary: RM 2500 with waived tuition fee.

Only shortlisted candidate will be called for an interview

Contact:

Dr. Lim Hooi Min at hmlim@um.edu.my

Requirement:

Description of position:

• Conduct research work, including planning, data collection, data entry, and data analysis
• Organize the project account and financial records
• Organize files and handle paperwork related to research work
• Perform other duties as required, such as coordinating and organizing meetings and workshops

 

Requirements:

• Malaysian citizen
• Basic science degree with CGPA of 3.0 and above
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English Language and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good sense of urgency, hardworking, proactive, and willing to learn new things
• Able to work with standard word-processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
• Knowledge in SPSS is an added advantage
• Experience in publication is an added advantage

 

Salary: From RM1,800 per month, based on qualification and experience

Contact:

'Email: hoongwlool@um.edu.my WhatsApp: +60169552757'

Requirement:

Applicants need to fulfill the following requirements: 

1) Degree Holders in mechanical/ Chemica Engineering backup, with minimum CGPA of 3.00.

2) Having experience in research, publication and data analysis is an added advantage.

3) Candidate must be willing to register for Master/PhD or already registered as full research student in UM (Student of Master by Coursework is not eligible for this application).

4) Have commitment and passion toward research.

5) Good communication skills and able to interact well with other people.

 

Location: Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Malaya.

***Fee waiver except Examination Fee, Graduation Fee, Submission of Thesis

Contact:

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Requirement:

- Graduated from physics or a science-related undergraduate program with a CGPA above 3.0.

 

- Familiarity with fundamental concepts of general theory of relativity (GR).

 

- Ability to perform GR analytical calculations, and general data analysis at a good level.

Contact:

'Dr Hemza Azri (hm.azri@um.edu.my)'

Requirement:

• Open to all (local or international).
• Bachelor Degree in related discipline (Petroleum Engineering/Chemical Engineering background) or equivalent.
• Minimum CGPA of 3.00.
• Proactive and able to carry out research independently.
• Good proficiency in English (writing and speaking).
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hardworking and attention to detail.

Contact:

Contact Information : Contact Information : 'Dr. Zulhelmi Bin Amir zulhelmi.amir@um.edu.my'

Requirement:

Research position are currently open for dedicated individuals looking to pursue a Master of Science (MSc) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree. Join our dynamic research group and dive into the field of advanced photonics.

Project Area:

• Optical Fiber Sensors

• Laser Technology and Applications

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Science (Physics, Materials Science, etc.) or Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Optical, etc.).

• Strong analytical skills and a passion for experimental research.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Contact:

Dr. Mohammad Faizal bin Ismail email: faizalis@um.edu.my

Requirement:

 

Assalamualaikum and greetings all,

 

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual who is interested in registering as a full-time Master's or PhD student at the Universiti Malaya.

 

Title: Revolutionizing Global Waste Streams into Sustainable Energy Solutions for Enhanced Resource Security

 

Criteria for the applicants:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical/Mechanical), Chemistry or other related fields

- Graduated with 1st class BEng (Hons) for Fast Track PhD applications

- Master’s Degree in relevant fields (if any)

- CGPA: 3.0 and above.

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

- Good communication skills and proficient in English.

 

Benefit: Selected student will receive a tuition fee waiver under the Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) program.

 

If interested, please send your CV to Dr Muhamad Fazly Abdul Patah (fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my) or WhatsApp: +60123558535 for any inquiries.

 

Thank you.

 

Contact:

Dr. Muhamad Fazly Abdul Patah fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my Prof. Ir. Dr. Wan Mohd Ashri Wan Daud ashri@um.edu.my

Requirement:

Salam and greetings all,

 

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual who is interested to register as a full time Master or PhD students at University of Malaya (UM).

 

Criteria for the applicants:

- Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical), Chemistry or other related fields

- Graduated with 1st class BEng(Hons) for Fast Track PhD applications

- Master’s Degree in relevant fields (if any)

- CGPA: 3.0 and above.

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

- Good communication skill and proficient in English.

 

Benefit: Selected student will receive tution fee waiver under the Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) program.

 

When to start: As soon as possible

 

Duration : 2 years

 

If interested, please send your CV to Dr. Muhamad Fazly Abdul Patah (fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my) or WhatsApp: +60123558535 for any inquiries.

 

Thank you.

Contact:

fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my +60123558535

Requirement:

Salam and greetings all,

 

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual who is interested to register as a full time Master or PhD students at University of Malaya (UM).

 

Title: Chemical Conversion of Plastic Waste into Sustainable Liquid Fuels, Lubricant and other Valuable Products

 

Criteria for the applicants:

- Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical), Chemistry or other related fields

- Graduated with 1st class BEng(Hons) for Fast Track PhD applications

- Master’s Degree in relevant fields (if any)

- CGPA: 3.0 and above.

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

- Good communication skill and proficient in English.

 

Benefit: Selected student will receive tution fee waiver under the Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) program.

 

If interested, please send your CV to Dr. Muhamad Fazly Abdul Patah (fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my) or WhatsApp: +60123558535 for any inquiries.

 

Thank you.

 

Contact:

'Dr. Muhamad Fazly Abdul Patah Email: fazly.abdulpatah@um.edu.my WhatsApp: +60123558535'