Vacancy: Research Assistant (1 position) 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individuals to join a temporary position as a part-time Research Assistant for a research project entitled “Remediation of Heavy Metals in Leachate and Toxic Spills from Waste Dumping Yards in Brunei Darussalam Using Functionalised Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes”. 

Qualification and skills requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/ Mechanical/Civil Engineering or any other related field. 

• The appointee should have a background in waste-water treatment and an understanding of the adsorption process. 

• Analysing and interpreting data, preparing research reports and publications. 

• Able to collect samples from Waste Dumping Yards regularly and conduct experiments in the lab. 

• Conducting a literature review on the removal of pollutants such as heavy metals. 

Applicants should possess the following: 

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

• Good work ethic, effective time management, and able to work independently. 

• Experience writing scientific reports or conference papers. 

• A positive attitude and flexibility in working hours. 

Job Descriptions: 

1. The research Assistant (RA) should follow the work schedule as prepared by the Principal Investigator. 
2. The RA is required to keep a daily journal, and attendance is to be verified by the Project Team Leader. 
3. RA should carry out the works about the project as assigned by the Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator, and they may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Working Hours: 

 The RA shall work 7 ½ hours per day, following regular Government office hours (Monday – Thursday, Saturday 7.45 am – 12.15 pm; 1.30 – 4.30 pm) or as agreed by the Principal Investigator. Public holidays will not be used as working days. 

How to Apply:  

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

1. To apply, please submit your application through the link below: 

https://forms.gle/69AXYQERBjJ2W1yk8  

2. Additionally, submit the following documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to karri.rao@utb.edu.bn : 

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) 

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 

• A recent passport-sized photo 

• A copy of your identification card 

Name the email subject as “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR/2/2025(10) – APPLICANT’S NAME”. The attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 6th July 2025, at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Vacancy: Research Assistant (2 positions) 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individuals to join two (2) temporary positions as a part-time Research Assistants for a Research project entitled “Improving the Food‐Energy‐Water (FEW) nexus towards achieving a higher self‐sustainability index in Brunei”. 

Research Assistant #1 

Qualification and skills requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/ Mechanical/Civil Engineering or any other related field. 

• The appointee should have a background in either Energy/Water-related research (preference to applicants who have expertise in both fields) 

• Analysing and interpreting data, preparing research reports and publications. 

• Acquire reliable data to compute water‐energy cost savings in Brunei. 

• Experience in conducting simulation studies, either in water or energy management. 

Applicants should possess the following: 

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

• Good work ethic, effective time management, and able to work independently 

• Interested in doing research with the proven ability to conduct research independently. 

• Experience writing scientific reports or conference papers. 

• A positive attitude and flexibility in working hours. 

Research Assistant #2 

Qualification and skills requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Mathematics/Food Science, or any other related field. 

• The appointee should have a background in either Food/Water-related research (preference to applicants who have expertise in both fields) 

• Analysing and interpreting data, preparing research reports and publications. 

• Acquire reliable data to understand water‐energy cost savings and their dependence on Food security in Brunei. 

• Conduct a survey with local farmers and supermarkets in Brunei. 

Applicants should possess the following: 

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

• Good work ethic, effective time management, and able to work independently 

• Interested in doing research with the proven ability to conduct research independently. 

• Experience writing scientific reports or conference papers. 

• A positive attitude and flexibility in working hours. 

Job Descriptions: 

1. The research Assistant (RA) should follow the work schedule as prepared by the Principal Investigator. 
2. The RA is required to keep a daily journal, and attendance is to be verified by the Project Team Leader. 
3. RA should carry out the works about the project as assigned by the Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator, and they may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Working Hours: 

The RA shall work 7 ½ hours per day, following regular Government office hours (Monday – Thursday, Saturday 7.45 am – 12.15 pm; 1.30 – 4.30 pm) or as agreed by the Principal Investigator. Public holidays will not be used on working days. 

How to Apply:  

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

1. To apply, please submit your application through the link below: 

https://forms.gle/8dBmsMAjp9aauXAX7  

2. Additionally, submit the following documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to karri.rao@utb.edu.bn : 

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) 

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 

• A recent passport-sized photo 

• A copy of your identification card 

Name the email subject as “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR-CREATES/2025-2026 – APPLICANT’S NAME”. The attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 6th July2025, at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Advertisement: Appointment of Research Assistant (1 Position) 

Chemical and Energy Engineering Programme Area 

Faculty of Engineering 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking for a highly motivated individual to join as Research Assistant for the research project entitled “Enhancing Methane Yield in Anaerobic Digestion: Experimental Investigation Using CO₂ Microbubble Seeding”. 

Job descriptions: 

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

• Assist in the planning, design, and execution of experiments related anaerobic digestion 

• Conduct experiments with laboratory-scale bioreactors, optimising key parameters and measuring gas production and composition. 

• Handle laboratory equipment, sample preparation, maintenance of the bioreactors. 

• Document experimental procedures, results, and observations meticulously. 

• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, research papers, and presentations based on experimental findings  

Other Expectations: 

• The Research Assistant should report to the PI of the project. 

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

• The Research Assistant i s required to work 7 1⁄2 hours per day, for a total of 60 working days over the project period (approximately 1 year), with flexible scheduling as mutually agreed upon with the PI. 

• Public holidays will not be used as working days. 

• The Research Assistant will work for a maximum of 5 days per month. 

• The Research Assistant (Graduate) 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’s degree, or equivalent in BEng (Hons) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Biotechnology 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. 

• Have experience in data collection processing and analysing of data.  

• Strong interest in renewable energy, biogas, or environmental sustainability. 

• Experience with laboratory work or anaerobic digestion is an advantage. 

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

• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and capable of independently running experiments. 

• Interested in doing research with the proven ability to conduct research independently, writing research articles and reports.  

• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to troubleshoot. 

• A positive attitude and flexibility in working hours.  

• Good work ethic, effective time management, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. 

How to Apply:  

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

1. To apply, please submit your application through the link below: 

https://forms.gle/aMzAsEfk5hBn6GNt7  

2. Additionally, submit the following documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to hasanah.hassan@utb.edu.bn : 

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) 

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 

• A recent passport-sized photo 

• A copy of your identification card 

Name the email subject as “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR/2/2025 (14) – APPLICANT'S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

The closing date for application is Sunday, 6th July 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Vacancy: Research Assistant (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 “Post Quantum Block-Chain Hash-Based Digital Signature for IoT in Drone applications”. 

Qualification and/or skills requirement: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computing/computer network and security, preferably Master Degree by research in closely related fields with research experience. 

• The appointee should have a solid background and knowledge in Quantum cryptography, Block-Chain, UAV technologies, and computer network security. 

• The appointee should have a solid background in computer programming in particular C#, C++, Solidity and Python.  

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. 

• Strong track record of publication in high quality journals and/or conference in the related area. 

• 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 submit your application through the link below: 

https://forms.gle/sHbwRSG8AQDMEy7b7  

2. Additionally, submit the following documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to twan.au@utb.edu.bn : 

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) 

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 

• A recent passport-sized photo 

• A copy of your identification card 

Name the email subject as “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR/2/2025 (1) – APPLICANT'S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

The closing date for application is Sunday, 6th July 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Advertisement: Appointment of Research Assistant (1 Position) 

Civil Engineering Programme Area 

Faculty of Engineering 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking an enthusiastic and highly committed individual to join our team as a research assistant for the research project entitled “Rainfall-induced slope instability and failure in risk-prone areas of Brunei Darussalam”.  

Job Descriptions: 

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

• Collect data to determine relevant parameters (e.g. slope geometry, loading, soil parameters and rainfall) for the study. 

• Use GeoStudio (Seep/w and Slope/w) to evaluate the behaviour of selected slope configuration under selected rainfall. 

• Compare results from the modelling with existing records and case studies.  

• Other duties relevant to the project or activities of research assigned by the Principal Investigator. 

Other Expectations: 

• Research Assistant (RA) should report to the Principal Investigator of the project. 

• RA should follow the agreed work schedule and if required it may be updated with the consent of the Principal Investigator. 

• The RA 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 Principal Investigator. 

• Public holidays will not be used as working days. 

• The RA will work for a maximum of 14 days per month. 

• The RA is required to keep a daily log book and attendance is to be verified by Project Team Leader for purpose of calculations of allowance/payment. 

Qualification and/or skills requirements: 

• The following qualifications will be needed: 

• At least a second-class honours Bachelor degree, or equivalent (preferably in Civil Engineering), 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. 

• Experience with numerical modelling software will be considered an added advantage. 

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

• Good report writing. 

• Ability to interpret data. 

How to Apply: 

Application is opened to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only. 

1. To apply, please submit your application through the link below: 

https://forms.gle/fMr6xbwuYfY3pjoB9  

 2. Additionally, submit the following documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to ena@utb.edu.bn: 

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) 

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 

• A recent passport-sized photo 

• A copy of your identification card 

Name the email subject as “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR/2/2025 (2) – APPLICANT'S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

The closing date for application is Sunday, 6th July 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Vacancy: Research Assistant (1 Position) 

Chemical and Energy Engineering Programme Area 

Faculty of Engineering 

Universiti Teknologi Brunei  

Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) is seeking for a highly motivated individual to join as Research Assistant (Graduate) for the research project entitled “Integration of Negative Emission Technologies for the Modelling of Macro-Scale Energy Transition”. 

Job descriptions: 

The Research Assistant is expected to carry out the works pertaining to the project as assigned by the Principal Investigator or Co-Investigators, which include the following but not limited to: 

• data collection, literature review, computational modelling, scenario analysis, and assisting in manuscript preparation
• other tasks as assigned by PI

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 11 days per month.
• Research Assistant is 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: 

• The following qualifications will be needed:

o At least a second-class honours Bachelor degree, or equivalent (preferably in Engineering), recognised by the National Accreditation Council of Brunei Darussalam. 

o 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 “process system modelling” and energy generation technologies is an added advantage. 
• Familiar with modelling software, such as GAMS, LINGO, P-Graph, is an added advantage.
• Good communication skills, in both oral and written English.
• Good report writing.
• Ability to interpret data.

HOW TO APPLY: 

Application is opened to Brunei Citizens and Permanent Residents only. 

1. To apply, please submit your application through the link below: 

https://forms.gle/R9k38Z7LmRpiUguq7

2. Additionally, submit the following documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to peiqin.ng@utb.edu.bn : 

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) 

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 

• A recent passport-sized photo 

• A copy of your identification card 

Name the email subject as “APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT UTB/GSR/1/2025 (6) – APPLICANT'S NAME”. Attachment file size must not exceed 10 MB.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

The closing date for application is Sunday, 6th July 2025 at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

Vacancy: Research Assistant (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 “Utilising Green Extraction Technologies to Enhance Bioactive Recovery in Plant-based Functional Food for Brunei and P. R. China”. 

Qualification and/or skills requirement: 

• A Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field. 

• Prior lab experience in extraction techniques or analytical chemistry is an advantage. 

• Good communication, documentation, and organisational skills. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic statistical analysis using tools such as Excel, SPSS, or similar software. 

Applicant should possess the following:  

• Strong interest in research related to functional food, phytochemicals, or sustainable technologies. 

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new laboratory techniques and protocols. 

• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to conducting experiments. 

• Reliability in meeting deadlines and managing time effectively. 

• Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative attitude when working with supervisors, peers, and external collaborators. 

• Initiative in troubleshooting issues and contributing to research discussions. 

• Professional conduct and adherence to ethical research practices. 

How to Apply:  

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

1. To apply, please submit your application through the link below: 

https://forms.gle/dNXfFinirg9gz7eX8  

2. Additionally, submit the following documents to gsroutb.recruitment@gmail.com, cc to aida.basri@utb.edu.bn : 

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) 

• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts 

• A recent passport-sized photo 

• A copy of your identification card 

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

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 6th July 2025, at 4.30 pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.