Vacancy: Research Assistant (2 Positions) 

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”. 

Qualification and/or skills requirement: 

• Bachelor’s degree in creative multimedia or any other closely related field. 

• 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. 

• The appointee should have proficient experience in one of the following fields: (1) 3D modeling, animation, and rendering with Blender, or (2) game development and programming with Unity3D. 

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 Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only.  

1. Please submit your application through the link below :

https://forms.gle/XfzEN3jNQVCfuaN49 

2. Additionally, submit your supporting documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to ahmad.elaklouk@utb.edu.bn : 

• A detailed curriculum vitae  

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts  

• A recent passport-sized photo  

• A copy of identification card  

Name the email subject as “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 the application is Thursday, 25 September 2025, at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Vacancy: Research Assition Position (1 Position) 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individuals to join as Research Assistant for a Research Project entitled “Process Improvements to Generic High-Value Chemical Intermediates Using Raw Materials from Brunei and Flow Reactors”. 

Research Assistant: 

• Educational background:  

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or Chemistry. Industrial experience is an advantage but not essential. 

• Technical expertise: 

• Strong foundation in chemical reaction engineering and process design. 

• Knowledge of organic and industrial chemistry, particularly with organic intermediates. 

• Experience or willingness to work with flow chemistry, microreactors, or continuous processing systems. 

• Familiarity with safety practices for handling exothermic and spontaneous reactions. 

• Basic skills in analytical characterization techniques (GC, HPLC, FTIR, NMR, etc.). 

• Knowledge of process simulation tools is desirable. 

• Research and Innovation: 

• Interest in developing value-added chemicals from Brunei’s feedstocks (benzene, toluene, ammonia, urea, methanol). 

• Ability to design and optimize experiments for process intensification. 

• Experience in preparing scientific reports or conference papers. 

• Professional attributes: 

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, in English. 

• Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills. 

• Effective time management, strong work ethic, and ability to work both independently and in a team. 

• Commitment to research ethics, laboratory safety, and professional integrity. 

• Positive attitude, flexibility in working hours, and openness to collaborative work. 

• Additional preferred skills (optional but advantageous): 

• Prior exposure to process scale-up. 

• Basic programming or data analysis skills. 

• Awareness of sustainability and green chemistry principles. 

Job Descriptions: 

1. The Research Assistant (RA) shall follow the work schedule prepared by the Principal Investigator (PI). 

1. The RA is required to maintain a daily journal, with attendance verified by the Project Team Leader. 

1. The RA shall carry out project-related tasks assigned by the PI or Co-Investigator. These may include, but are not limited to, research, documentation, data analysis, and other project-specific responsibilities. 

Working Hours: 

• The RA shall work 7.5 hours per day, following regular Government office hours: 

• Monday–Thursday, Saturday: 7:45 am – 12:15 pm; 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm 

• Or as otherwise agreed by the PI. 

• Public holidays shall not be considered working days. 

How to apply: 

The application is open to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only. 

1. Please submit your application through the link below:  

https://forms.gle/qNBsmBs19DTPqSuG8  

2. Additionally, submit your following documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to manickam.sivakumar@utb.edu.bn : 

• Detailed curriculum vitae  

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts  

• A recent passport-sized photo  

• A copy of identification card 

Name the email subject “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT CREATES/UTB/2025-2027 – APPLICANT’S NAME”. The attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

The closing date for applications is on Thursday, 30th October 2025, at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individuals to join as Research Assistant for a Research Project entitled “Smart Nation Projects”. 

Job Descriptions: 

RA should carry out the works pertaining to the project as assigned by the Principal Investigator(s) or Co-Investigator(s), and they may include but not limited to the following: 

• Manage and regularly update the progress of the project; 

• Assist in the researching the digital content for the project; 

• Assist in preparing digital presentation of the project; 

• Assist in deploying and retraction of the solution to and off the site; 

• Assist in the various stages (pre, actual and post) deployment of the solution; 

• Other duties relevant to the project or activities of the research centre when required; 

Other Expectations: 

• Research Assistants should report to the PI of the project. 

•  Research Assistants should follow the agreed work schedule and if required it may be updated with the consent of the PI. 

• Research Assistants 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 Assistants will work for a maximum of 8 days per month. 

• Research Assistants are required to keep a daily log book and attendance is to be verified by the PI for purpose of calculations of allowance/payment.   

Qualification and/or skills requirement: 

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer and Network Security or any other closely related fields. 

• The appointee should have a solid background in aquaculture related projects. 

• The appointee should have a solid background in computer programming.  

• The appointee should have good grasp of wiring and power usage. 

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 organizational skills and effective time management 

• Familiarity with LaTeX and Microsoft Office Tools (eg. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio) 

How to apply: 

The application is open to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only. 

1. Please submit your application through the link below:  

https://forms.gle/EZgoFPxTmcgBbfnk8 

1. Additionally, submit your following documents to gsro.ar@utb.edu.bn cc to wida.suhaili@utb.edu.bn : 

• Detailed curriculum vitae  

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts  

• A recent passport-sized photo  

• A copy of identification card 

Name the email subject “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT SMARTNATION/UTB/2026– APPLICANT’S NAME”. The attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

The closing date for applications is 14 January 2026 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.