Research Assistant (Part-time)
Research Project: Youth Civic Engagement and Participation in Brunei’s Development: Unveiling Opportunities, Navigating Challenges, and Assessing Impacts.
Researchers: Dr Siti Mazidah Haji Mohamad and Dr Slesman Ly @ Sulaiman Mohd Ali
The Centre for Advanced Research (CARe) seeks to hire one (1) part-time Research Assistant for a six-month period for the research project titled “Youth Civic Engagement and Participation in Brunei’s Development: Unveiling Opportunities, Navigating Challenges, and Assessing Impacts” commenting from 01 March 2024 to 31 August 2024.
Qualification
A Master’s degree in Social Sciences Disciplines (e.g., Geography, Development, Sociology, or Communication and Media Studies)
Requirements
We seek candidates with the following attributes:
- Local Bruneians
- Good command of English and Malay
- Previous experiences in qualitative and quantitative research
- Experiences in editing, conducting literature reviews and writing journal papers
- Excellence in documentation.
- Must be able to carry out fieldwork independently.
- Have own transportation.
The Research Assistant is expected to:
- Conduct literature search
- Conduct surveys, interviews and other research methods
- Transcribing interviews
- Conduct Data analysis
- Assist researchers with administrative activities
Documents
Interested candidates can submit softcopies of the following documents to alif. abdullah@ubd.edu.bn by 22ndJanuary 2024:
- Cover letter (stating your interest and research experience)
- MA or MSc Certificate and Transcript
- A copy of the National ID (I.C)
- Curriculum Vitae
Penolong Pensyarah Bergaji Hari
Pemohon-Pemohon terdiri dari rakyat Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan dan Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam adalah dipelawa untuk memohon jawatan berikut:
| JAWATAN | Penolong Pensyarah (Bergaji Hari) |
| BAHAGIAN | II |
| KEKOSONGAN | Satu (1) |
| BIDANG | Pengajian Belia |
| FAKULTI | Pusat Penyelidikan Lanjutan |
SYARAT-SYARAT KELAYAKAN:
| a. | Mestilah terdiri dari rakyat Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan dan Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam. | |
| b. | Mempunyai pengetahuan tentang kerasmian Ugama islam, Adat Istiadat Negara, Adat Resam dan Kebudayaan Orang-Orang Melayu Brunei dan Perkembangan Sosial, Ekonomi dan Politik Negara Brunei Darussalam. | |
| c. | · | Mempunyai Ijazah Kedoktoran Falsafah dalam bidang Sosiologi, Antropologi, Geografi, Psikologi, Kajian Dasar atau Pendidikan yang bersesuaian dan diiktiraf oleh Kerajaan Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan dan Yang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam. |
| · | Mempunyai pengetahuan dalam bidang Pengajian Belia adalah digalakkan. | |
| d. | Mempunyai kelulusan yang bersesuaian yang lebih tinggi adalah merupakan satu kelebihan. | |
| e. | Mestilah berumur tidak melebihi 40 tahun. | |
SYARAT-SYARAT LAIN
- Hendaklah bersedia bertugas pada bila-bila masa termasuk di luar masa pekerjaan biasa dan di mana-mana sahaja dikehendaki sebagaimana yang di arahkan.
- Syarat-syarat lain adalah dikawal oleh peraturan-peraturan yang berkuatkuasa dari masa ke semasa.
TUGAS DAN TANGGUNGJAWAB:
| a. | i. | Bagi bidang Pengajian Belia |
| Memberi kuliah, tutorial, menjalankan dan meningkatkan aktiviti penyelidikan dalam bidang Pengajian Belia;Merancang struktur dan berkemampuan memberi kuliah dalam bidang yang pelbagai terutama sekali dalam pengajian Belia dan modul yang berkaitan ditawarkan oleh Institut dan Fakulti lain di Universiti Brunei Darussalam; | ||
| b. | Komited dalam kegiatan Universiti Brunei Darussalam untuk kepentingan kerja dan kemajuan Universiti Brunei Darussalam | |
| c. | Menyumbang kertas-kertas akademik bagi seminar/persidangan dan menerbitkan hasil-hasil kerja akademik dan penyelidikan. | |
| d. | Tugas dan tanggungjawab lain seperti yang diarahkan oleh Pengarah Pusat dan Pegawai Atasan Universiti. | |
MENGHADAPKAN BORANG PERMOHONAN
Pemohon-pemohon hendaklah melengkapkan permohonan melalui pautan ini:
https://forms.gle/W3uQEFfskX9k2iXh9 dan memuat naik salinan sijil-sijil, Curriculum Vitae (CV) yang terkini dan dokumen-dokumen yang berkaitan. Borang-borang permohonan hendaklah diisikan dengan lengkap tidak lewat 18 Disember 2023.
PEJABAT SUMBER TENAGA MANUSIA
TINGKAT 1, BANGUNAN PENTADBIRAN
UNIVERSITI BRUNEI DARUSSALAM
JALAN TUNGKU LINK, GADONG BE1410
NEGARA BRUNEI DARUSSALAM
Hanya pemohon-pemohon yang disenaraipendek (shortlisted) sahaja akan dihubungi bagi urusan temuduga.
Tarikh Iklan: 27 November 2023
Postdoctoral Fellow Scheme
We are delighted to announce an open call for postdoctoral applications at Universiti Brunei Darussalam. As a leading research University, we are seeking highly qualified researchers who are dedicated to making a significant impact in their chosen field. In order to be eligible, applicants must demonstrate a track record of publishing high-quality research papers in reputable academic journals. This is essential as we expect our scholars to continue producing research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and innovation. At Universiti Brunei Darussalam, we offer a supportive and dynamic research environment that provides scholars with the resources, expertise, and mentorship they require to achieve their research goals. Our postdoctoral program is open-ended, and there is no deadline for submitting applications. Individual applications will be evaluated by a Committee and the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
To apply, please find your potential collaborator through the UBD website (https://ubd.edu.bn/), submit your curriculum vitae, a research proposal, and a list of your published works through our online application system. We encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our research facilities and faculties.
We welcome applications from researchers from all over the world, and we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within the University.
Eligibility
- PhD from a university recognised by UBD
- Early Career academics (less than 5 years after PhD).
- Applicants are under 40 years old.
- Highly motivated and proactive with some research experience.
Benefits
- BND 3,093.20 per month
- Seven (7) days paid annual leave per year
- One (1) month bonus after the successful completion of one (1) year contract. For fellows who have served less than one (1) year, the bonus will be prorated.
- Access to the internet, library and office space.
- On-campus accommodations, including utilities for international fellows.
- One (1) economy air ticket to Brunei Darussalam and one (1) economy return ticket upon completing the whole period of the fellowship will be provided for international fellows.
Typical Duties
- Conduct new or continue existing research, The postdoctoral fellow may apply a joint grant proposal with UBD researchers.
- Publish research papers and journal articles. Co-publishing with UBD researchers is encouraged.
- The fellow may contribute towards the teaching in FICs to gain teaching experience.
- Present seminars at respective FICs.
How to apply
Documents required:
- Application Form
- A full curriculum vitae, including publication list and impact factor.
- One-page personal statement that includes research interest and research involvement
- A research proposal not exceeding two (2) pages.
Research Assistant/s
The Centre for Advanced Research (CARe) is working on a book project ‘Social Welfare in Brunei Darussalam’ and seeks to hire one (1) full-time Research Assistant (Editorial Assistant) for a period of a month starting from January 2024.
The Role
Providing administrative support to the Editorial team such as compiling manuscripts, editing manuscripts and organising a workshop
We seek candidates with these attributes
- Excellence in written English.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Familiarity with Mendeley for references.
- Experience in copy-editing scientific publications.
- Excellence in documentation.
- Preferably, having at least an undergraduate degree in social sciences, economics, or language.
Documents:
Interested candidates are to submit softcopies of the following documents to alif. abdullah@ubd.edu.bn by 30th November 2023:
- Cover letter
- MA or MSc Certificate and Transcript
- A Copy on National ID
- CV