Graduate Research Assistant (GRA)

Quest International University; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent higher education institution in Ipoh, Perak, seeks a Graduate Research Assistant for a funded research project on rice growth under salinity stress. The role involves hands-on research, attending conferences, and training in advanced molecular techniques. Candidates should hold a Master's or Bachelor's degree in relevant fields with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 and possess strong English skills. A monthly allowance of RM 2,000+ is provided for 36 months. Application deadline is 31 December 2025.

Benefits

Monthly allowance of RM 2,000+

Opportunities to attend conferences

Comprehensive supervision and training

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Agricultural Science, or related field.
• Minimum CGPA of 3.0 required.
• Strong English proficiency in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research on rice growth and yield under salinity stress.
• Engage in training on metagenomics and advanced techniques.
• Contribute to thesis preparation and manuscript writing.

Skills

Goal-driven

Effective time management

Collaborative work

Independent work

Strong English proficiency

Education

Master's (MSc) or Bachelor's degree (BSc) in relevant fields

Job description

Project Title

Unraveling the Interplay Between Proline Application and Rhizospheric Soil Metatranscriptome on Rice Growth and Yield Under Salinity Stress.

Project Description

• This project is fully supported by the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS).
• A monthly allowance of RM 2,000+ will be provided for 36 months.
• The selected candidate will be appointed as a Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) and must register as a full-time research-based Master/PhD student.
• Start Date: January 2026 onwards
• Location: School of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Integrated Life Sciences,
  Quest International University (QIU), Ipoh, Perak

Additional Benefits

• Opportunities to attend national and international conferences.
• Exposure to research across two academic institutions and one industry partner (QIU, UTAR, and Codon Genomics Sdn. Bhd.).
• Training in metagenomics and related advanced molecular techniques.
• Comprehensive supervision covering experimental design, thesis preparation, and manuscript writing for high-impact journals.
• A conducive, well-equipped laboratory environment to support research.

Requirements

• A Master’s (MSc) or Bachelor’s degree (BSc) in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Agricultural Science, Agricultural Technology, or any related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.0.
• Goal-driven, persistent, and able to manage time effectively.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong English proficiency in writing and speaking.

How to Apply

Interested applicants please email a cover letter and curriculum vitae (CV) to Ts. Dr. Teh Chui Yao at ***********@qiu.edu.my before 31 December 2025.