Research Assistant's Vacancy

Research Assistant's Vacancy

Advertisement: Appointment of Research Assistant (Graduate) (1 Position)  

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking for a highly motivated individual to join as Research Assistant (Graduate) for the research project entitled “Microwave Filter for 5G Mobile Base Station Applications 

  

Principal  

Investigator (PI)  

Ir Dr Kenneth Yeo 

Employment Period  

01/02/2024 to 30/04/2024  

Salary rate  

$130 per day for a maximum of 15 days per month up to 46 working days maximum within the employment period 

  

Job descriptions:  

The Research Assistant (Graduate) is expected to carry out the works pertaining to the project as assigned by the Principal Investigator or Co-Investigators, which include the following:  

  • Conduct research related to the research topic 
  • Design microwave filter and conduct electromagnetic simulations 
  • Fabricate and characteristic microwave filter performance 
  • Disseminate research finding through publication and reports 

 

Other Expectations: Research Assistant (Graduate)  

  • should report to the PI of the project,  
  • should follow the agreed work schedule and if required it may be updated with the consent of the PI,  
  • is required to work 7 ½ hours per day, following regular Government office hours (Monday – Thursday, Saturday 7.45am – 12.15pm; 1.30 – 4.30pm) OR as agreed with the,  
  • will work for a maximum of 15 days per month.  
  • is required to keep a daily log book and attendance is to be verified by the PI for purpose of calculations of allowance/payment.  
  • Public holidays will not be used as working days.  

 

Qualification and/or skills requirement:  

  • The following qualifications will be needed:  
  • At least a second-class honours Bachelor degree, or equivalent preferably in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or any other closely related fields, recognised by the National Accreditation Council of Brunei Darussalam.  
  • At least a credit or equivalent in English Language GCE O-level or an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL minimum overall score of 550 or its equivalent. The English Language requirements may be waived where qualifying studies in Higher Education were in the medium of English Language.  
  • Good work ethic, effective time management, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.  
  • Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.  
  • Knowledge in communication engineering with knowledge of RF/Microwave Engineering.   
  • Skills and experience in computer aided design simulation tools or electronic design automation software.  
  • Good communication skills, in both oral and written English.  
  • Good report writing.  
  • Ability to interpret data.  

  

HOW TO APPLY:  

 

Application is opened to Bruneian Citizens and Permanent Residents only. 

 

  1. To apply please go to the application form below:  

 

https://forms.office.com/r/j2vnQzcjuC  

  

  1. Please submit the following documents to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn  
  • Detailed curriculum vitae  
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts  
  • Recent passport photo  
  • Copy of Identify Card   

  

Name the email subject “APPLICATION FOR Research Assistant (Graduate) UTB/GSR/2/2024 (13) - APPLICANT’S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

  

The closing date for application is Saturday, 1st February 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.  

Advertisement: Appointment of Research Assistant (1 Position)  

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking for a highly motivated individual to join as Research Assistant (Graduate) for the research project entitled “Investigating the effect of narratives in Exergames 

  

Principal  

Investigator (PI)  

Pg Dr Hj Azhan Pg Hj Ahmad 

Employment Period  

14 days between 01/05/2025 to 31/07/2025 

Salary rate  

$130 per day (maximum of 14 days throughout the employment period) 

  

Job descriptions:  

The Research Assistant (Graduate) is expected to carry out the works pertaining to the project as assigned by the Principal Investigator or Co-Investigators, which include the following:  

  • Conduct experimental study 
  • Collecting and analysing user data from experimental study 

 

Other Expectations: 

  • Research assistant should report to the PI of the project,  
  • Research assistant should follow the agreed work schedule and if required it may be updated with the consent of the PI,  
  • Research assistant is required to work 7 ½ hours per day, following regular Government office hours (Monday – Thursday, Saturday 7.45am – 12.15pm; 1.30 – 4.30pm) OR as agreed with the PI. 
  • Public holidays will not be used as working days. 
  • Research assistant will work for a maximum of 5 days per month.  
  • Research assistant is required to keep a daily logbook, and attendance is to be verified by the PI for purpose of calculations of allowance/payment.  

 

Qualification and/or skills requirement:  

  • The following qualifications will be needed:  
  • At least a second-class honours Bachelor degree, or equivalent preferably in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or any other closely related fields, recognised by the National Accreditation Council of Brunei Darussalam.  
  • At least a credit or equivalent in English Language GCE O-level or an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL minimum overall score of 550 or its equivalent. The English Language requirements may be waived where qualifying studies in Higher Education were in the medium of English Language.  
  • Good work ethic, effective time management, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.  
  • Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.  
  • Knowledge in statistical analysis and research methodologies are added advantage. 
  • Familiar with statistical analysis tools/equipment/software (e.g., SPSS, R Studio).  
  • Good communication skills, in both oral and written English.  
  • Good report writing.  
  • Ability to interpret data.  

  

HOW TO APPLY:  

 

Application is opened to Bruneian Citizens and Permanent Residents only. 

 

  1. To apply please go to the application form below:  

 

https://forms.office.com/r/BykzHeqcm8  

  

  1. Submit the following documents to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn  
  • Detailed curriculum vitae  
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts  
  • Recent passport photo  
  • Copy of Identify Card   

  

Name the email subject “APPLICATION FOR Research Assistant (Graduate) UTB/GSR/2/2024 (7) - APPLICANT’S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

  

The closing date for applications is Monday, 31st March 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.  

Position                : Simulation Research Assistant  

Salary                : $130 per day  

Skim Persaraan Kebangsaan (SPK) : 8.5% of the basic salary to TAP, and the University will contribute 

an additional 8.5% based on the basic salary 

Duration                : February – December 2025 

Supervisor          : Simulation Engineer Manager 

      

The Sand Retention Innovation Lab at Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to join a temporary position as Simulation Research Assistant to provide technical support to a research project to develop a laboratory facility to provide screen retention tests and an associated numerical simulation capability.  

 

The successful candidates must be familiar with a broad range of technical skills in engineering environments and be capable of working to deadlines as a member of a small multinational team. They will be expected to assist in the analysis of data and the development of numerical simulation models. 

 

The successful applicant shall be well organised with a strong ‘can do’ attitude who can turn their hand to a variety of technical challenges. On-the-job training will be given and significant career development opportunities exist for the right candidate.   

 

Job Description and Responsibilities 

 

  • To provide engineering and geological support for the development of coupled simulation models for the transport of sand in fluids and entrapment of sand in screens and other sand control technologies 
  • To develop coupled simulation models for the transport of sand in fluids and entrapment of sand in screens and other sand control technologies 
  • To liaise with the laboratory team and comparison of results 
  • To comply with UTB’s Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) policy which for this project mandates compliance with BSP’s HSSE policy 
  • To comply with UTB’s ethics policy which for this project mandates compliance with BSP’s business integrity policy and supplier code of conduct 
  • To report to the Simulation Engineer Manager of the Screen Retention Test Project 

 

Qualifications 

 

  • First or Upper Second Class Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering and related field. 
  • Certificates from industrial training courses will be an added advantage.  

 

Experience 

 

  • Experience with statistical analysis of engineering and technical data 

 

Required Skills 

 

  • Ability to work in a team 
  • MUST be able to program in Python 3, ideally in a Jupyter environment 
  • Must have familiarity with fluid dynamics simulation 
  • Knowledge of programming language in geospatial settings would be an advantage 
  • Good communications skills  
  • Effective time management and respect for project deadlines 
  • Ability to contribute to team creative thinking  
  • Strong numerical and statistical skills 

 

Application Submission 

Application is open to Brunei Citizens or Permanent Residents only. 

 

  1. To apply, please fill in the application form in at the link below: https://forms.office.com/r/Ke1ZY9Xn9C 

 

  1. Please email the following documents to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn and cc’d to adri.wardi@staff.utb.edu.bn : 

 

  • Detailed curriculum vitae 
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 
  • Recent Passport photo 
  • Copy of Identity Card 
  • And name the email subject title: “UTB/SRT/RA/2025/01 – Applicant’s Name”. The attachment file size must not exceed 10MB. 

 

The closing date for applications is Monday, 20th January 2025 at 4.30 p.m. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Vacancy: Research Assistant (1 Position) 

 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to join as a part-time Research Assistant for a temporary position in the research project titled “Gamification in Education: Enhancing Students’ Learning Experience in STEM Subjects”. 

Employment Period 

: 

From January 2025 to March 2025. 

Principal Investigator 

: 

Dr. Ahmad M. S. Elaklouk 

Salary rate 

: 

BND 130 per day (20 working days distributed throughout the employment period) 

 

Qualification and/or skills requirement: 

  • Minimum qualification of bachelor's degree in creative multimedia or any other closely related fields. 
  • The primary responsibility of the Research Assistant will be to focus on the design and programming of game-based learning for the proposed research solution/prototypes. 
  • The appointee should have a solid background in 3D modelling and animation, game design, and user experience/usability evaluation. 

Applicant should possess the following:  

  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written English.   
  • A positive attitude and flexibility in working hours.  
  • Mentoring skills, a team player, and able to work independently. 
  • Possess good organizational skills and effective time management. 
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). 
  • The appointee will contribute to developing a game-based prototype for the proposed solution within the research. 

 

HOW TO APPLY:  

 

Application is opened to Bruneian Citizens and Permanent Residents only. 

 

  1. To apply please go to the application form below:  

 

https://forms.office.com/r/Ey9hgUHV3p  

  

  1. Please submit the following documents to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn 
  • Detailed curriculum vitae  
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts  
  • Recent passport photo  
  • Copy of Identify Card   

  

Name the email subject “APPLICATION FOR Research Assistant UTB/GSR/1/2024 (1) - APPLICANT’S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

  

The closing date for application is Saturday, 18 January 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Enumerator Job Description 

 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking for a highly motivated individual to fulfill a post as an ENUMERATOR (temporary position) to assist the Project Team to carry out project on “Brunei Darussalam Financial Inclusion Demand Side Survey 2025”. 

 

Employment Period 

: 

20 DAYS period starting from 25th February to 25th March 2025 (5 days per week) 

Project Lead (PL) 

: 

Dr Shaista Wasiuzzaman 

Salary rate 

: 

$20 per day 

No of vacancy 

: 

40 

 

Job descriptions: 

The enumerator is expected to carry out the works pertaining to the project as  

assigned by the Project Lead or Project Team, which include the following: 

  • Report to the Project Lead of the project. 
  • Conduct data collection using specified survey instruments.  
  • Ensure complete responses and maintain accurate records of survey, safeguarding the confidentiality of participants, as necessary  
  • Liaise with Project Lead and Resource Persons on matters related to data collection and records management.  
  • to keep a daily logbook and attendance is to be verified by the Project Lead for purpose of calculations of allowance/payment. 
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Project Lead.  

 

"Applicants from Temburong and Tutong are encouraged to apply"

 

Minimum Qualification and/or skills requirement:  

  • A Level or higher qualification  
  • Familiar with online survey tools  

  

Applicants should possess the following: 

  • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills in both oral and written English  
  • A positive attitude and flexibility in working hours.   
  • Good work ethic, effective time management, and able to work immediately and independently.  
  • Has own transportation  
  • Preferably has own tablet/iPad  

 

 

HOW TO APPLY:   

Application is opened to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only.  

1) To apply, please go to the application form below: 

https://forms.office.com/r/pTr5bULbCL 

  

2) Kindly email the following documents: 

  • Detailed curriculum vitae 
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 
  • Recent passport photo 
  • Copy of Identify Card  

 

to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn with email subject “APPLICATION FOR ENUMERATOR 

UTB/GSR-BDCB/FINDEV/8 - APPLICANT’S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 

  1. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 

The closing date for the application is Sunday, 2nd February 2025 at 4.30pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Advertisement: “Appointment of Resource Person (see Table 1)” (2 Positions) 

 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking for a highly motivated graduate to fulfill a post as a Resource Person (temporary position) to assist the Project Team to carry out research on “Brunei Darussalam Financial Inclusion Demand Side Survey 2025”. 

 

Employment Period 

: 

4 months period starting from 25th February to 24th June 2025 (Government office hours) 

Project Lead 

: 

Dr Shaista Wasiuzzaman 

Salary rate 

: 

$800 per calendar month  

No of vacancy 

: 

2 

 

Job descriptions: 

The “Resource Person” is expected to carry out the works pertaining to the Project as assigned by the Project Lead (PL) or Project Team, which include the following: 

  1. Resource Person (Administration) 
  • Assist in administering the enumerators and managing administrative tasks 
  • Answering calls and WA texts 
  • Follow ups on incomplete responses 
  • Managing project documentation and logistics 
  • Liaise with enumerators on matters related to data collection 
  • Attend project meetings 
  • Assist RP (Project Report) where necessary and when needed 
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Project Team. 

 

  1. Resource Person (Project Report) 
  • Prepare report template 
  • Prepare online version of the questionnaire 
  • Liaise with enumerators on matters related to data collection 
  • Conduct checking of the data and performing data cleaning 
  • Assist researchers in analysing the collected data. 
  • Conduct literature reviews 
  • Assist in interpreting data and all visualization techniques for report, publication writing and presentation. 
  • Safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary 
  • Attend project meetings 
  • Assist RP (Administration) where necessary and when needed 
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Project Team. 

 

Minimum Qualification and/or skills requirement:  

  • Graduate with at least a bachelor’s degree with academic and/or work experience related to the field of research.  
  • Knowledge of broader ICT and finance terminologies, concepts and technology, and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative datasets and ability to use visualization software for illustration of data.  

 

Applicants should possess the following: 

  • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills in both oral and written English  
  • Be able to work immediately and independently.  
  • Preference will be given to those who are tech-savvy, have the ability to quickly learn new software, and have experience using graphic design platform e.g. Canva.  

 

HOW TO APPLY:   

Application is opened to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only.  

1) To apply, please go to the application form below: 

https://forms.office.com/r/9XHkz47gdM  

  

2) Kindly email the following documents: 

  • Detailed curriculum vitae 
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 
  • Recent passport photo 
  • Copy of Identify Card  

 

to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn with email subject “APPLICATION FOR RESOURCE PERSON 

UTB/GSR-BDCB/FINDEV/8 - APPLICANT’S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 

  1. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

 

The closing date for the application is Tuesday, 28th January 2025  at 4.30pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

 

Vacancy: Research Assistant (1 Positions) 

 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei is seeking for a highly motivated and qualified individual to join a temporary position as a part-time Research Assistant for Research project entitled “Securing Edge/Fog computing enabling Generative AI services”. 

Employment Period 

: 

February 2025 to March 2025. 

Principal Investigator 

: 

Dr. S. H. Shah Newaz 

Salary rate 

: 

BND 130 per day (maximum of 30 working days for the RA spread across the employment period) 

 

Qualification and/or skills requirement: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Network and Security or any other closely related fields. 
  • The appointee should have a solid background in wireless network architecture 
  • The appointee should have a solid background in computer programming.  

Applicant should possess the following:  

  • Strong communication skills, in both oral and written English.  
  • Interested in doing research with the proven ability to conduct research independently. 
  • A positive attitude and flexibility in working hours.  
  • Mentoring skills, a team player and able to work independently. 
  • Possess good organisational skills and effective time management. 
  • Familiarity with LaTeX and Microsoft Office tools (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio). 

HOW TO APPLY:  

Application is opened to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only 

 

1) To apply, please go to the application form below: 

 

https://forms.office.com/r/5qSwDwRbtu 

 

2) Please email the following documents to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn : 

  • Detailed curriculum vitae  
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts  
  • Recent passport photo  
  • Copy of Identify Card   
  • And name the email subject “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR/1/2024(9) – APPLICANT’S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB.  

 

Incomplete applications will not be considered. The closing date for application is Sunday, 2nd February 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Vacancy: Research Assistant (1 Position) 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) 

 

 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly committed Research Associate to join the research project “Empowering the Future: Leveraging STEM Drones to Cultivate a Skilled Workforce”. This project is funded by UTB internal grant and led by Principal Investigator (PI) Dr Ahmad Azlan bin Ab. Aziz. 

 

Employment Period 

: 

Jan 2025 – March 2025 

Salary rate 

: 

BND 130 per day (Maximum 43 days spread across the employment 

period) 

 

 

Qualifications and/or skills requirement: 

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or relevant subject of the research topic.
  • Solid background in programming skills.
  • Proficiency in practical technical skills.
  • Strong writing abilities.

 

 

 Applicant should possess the following: 

 

  • Good communication skills, in both oral and written English.
  • Good work ethic, effective time management, and able to work independently.
  • Familiarity with LaTex and MS Office tools.
  • Strong data interpretation and analytical skills.

 

 

 

HOW TO APPLY:  

Application is opened to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only 

 

1) To apply, please go to the application form below: 

 

https://forms.office.com/r/FJXmQG8pqL 

 

2) Please email the following documents to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn : 

  • Detailed curriculum vitae  
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts  
  • Recent passport photo  
  • Copy of Identify Card   

And name the email subject “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR/1/2024 (2) – APPLICANT’S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB.  

 

Incomplete applications will not be considered. The closing date for application is Thursday, 30 January 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

 

Vacancy: Research Assistant (Part-time, 1 Position)

 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei is seeking for a highly motivated and qualified individual to join a temporary position as a part-time Research Assistant for Research project entitled “Development of Animal DNA Sensor Towards Halal Authentication Using Micro/Nano-Electrophotonics Technologies”. 

 

Expected Employment Period 

17th February 2025 to 17th May 2025 

Employment Period  

Pg Dr Rafidah Pg Hj Petra 

Salary rate  

$130 per day (50 working days distributed throughout the employment period) 

 

 

Qualification and/or skills requirement:

 

 

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant area. Graduates from the Faculty of Engineering with BEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering will be given priority. 

 

Detailed job description –

 

  • Assisting in exploring various materials and methods for the detection of animal DNA. 

 

  • Assisting in the device design using simulation software. 
  • Assisting in the development of fabrication processes using simulation software. 
  • Assisting in taking up electrical measurements of the device sensor and conducting a comprehensive analysis on the results. 
  • Assisting in presenting the research work to relevant sectors/agencies. 

 

  • Assisting in writing technical report for grant proposals and publication. 

Other relevant specifications –

 

 

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field. Graduates from the Faculty of Engineering with a BEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering will be given priority. 

 

  • Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to write technical reports in English and Malay. 

 

  • Sound knowledge of semiconductor materials, micro/nano fabrication, micro/nano electronics- photonics devices, and electrical & electronic design. 

 

  • Proficiency in programming languages. 
  • Proficiency in developing device design using fabrication simulation software. Proficiency in developing
  • embedded systems using Arduino and/or other types of microcontrollers. 
  • Dynamic, enthusiastic, resourceful and reliable with the skill set to deliver project outcomes on time. 

 

 

HOW TO APPLY: 

Application is opened to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only 

 

  1. To apply, please go to the submit your application in the application form below: 

https://forms.office.com/r/UTcb1tVsYX  

 

  1.  Kindly submit the following documents to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn : 
  • detailed curriculum vitae 
  • copies of academic certificates and transcripts 
  • recent passport photo 
  • A copy of identification card 

and name the email subject as “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR/2/24/ (19) - APPLICANT'S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

 

The closing date for application is Tuesday, 4th February 2025, at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Research Assistant's Vacancy