Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) offers a range of research employment opportunities for researchers and graduate students.
The recruitment of students under the working student scheme can be done by the researcher through the Faculty. Chairman of the Faculty’s Research Management Committee(JKPP) will make the appointment. Period of employment under this scheme will depend on the status of the particular project
Post Doctoral Scheme is the government effort to enhance the quality of research to assist the industry especially in Science and Technology. This Post Doctoral Scheme involves the appointment of candidates from among academicians or non-academicians, who have the ability to do research in science and advanced technology. Candidates must possess a Phd or equivalent from either local or foreign institutions.
Opportunities abound for graduate students to develop independent projects and launch their own careers as researchers while working alongside faculty members and assisting in their research.
The appointment of Research Assistant is on temporary basis and payment is based on daily rate. Interviews, selection and appointment of Research Assistant is determined by the faculty. Chairman of the Faculty’s Research Management Committee (JKPP) will make the appointment.
The appointment of Research Officer is on a contract basis, for the duration of at least one year. This could be extended from year to year as agreed by both parties.The candidate should at least be a degree holder.