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Private Advertiser is hiring a Full time Research Scientist role in Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang. Apply now to be part of our team.

Job summary:

• Looking for candidates available to work:
• Monday: Morning
• Tuesday: Morning
• Wednesday: Morning
• Thursday: Morning
• Friday: Morning
• More than 4 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Expected salary: RM4,000 - RM6,000 per month

Job Description

• Develop and optimize formulations for various syrup products (e.g., fruits, herbal, nutraceutical, or food-grade syrups).
• Conduct pre-formulation studies, compatibility studies, and stability testing.
• Prepare pilot batches and scale-up formulations from lab to production.
• Perform QA, QC, production, and regulatory teams to ensure smooth product development and compliance.
• Evaluate raw materials and excipients for formulation suitability.
• Maintain detailed documentation including SOPs, batch manufacturing records, and R&D reports.
• Stay updated with current trends, regulatory guidelines, and new ingredients/technologies in the syrup domain.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Food Technology in Food, Nutrition, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or related field.
• Experience: 4–5 years of experience in R&D/formulation development of syrup-based products.
• Strong knowledge of excipients, flavor masking, preservatives, viscosity modifiers, and sweeteners used in syrups.
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, HALAL and other relevant regulatory standards.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative
AI Research Scientist
to lead the development and improvement of AI models focused on
oral lesion detection
as part of the MeMoSA (Mobile Mouth Screening Anywhere) project. This role is pivotal in advancing our institution's work in medical AI and setting the foundation for building a dedicated in-house AI research team in the long term. The candidate is expected to be able to work independently but will receive support from our established collaborators from Malaysia and the UK.

SCOPE / PURPOSE OF JOB

Short-Term Objectives (Year 1–2
):

• Improve and optimize existing oral lesion detection AI models using the latest deep learning and computer vision techniques
• Develop novel
  , bias-aware, transparent
  , a
  nd explainable
  AI approaches to improve clinical trust and applicability.
• Collaborate with dental and medical experts to ensure clinical relevance and data validity
• Conduct experiments, analyze model performance, and produce high-quality technical documentation and research papers.
• Manage data pre-processing pipelines, annotation quality checks, and model evaluation metrics.

Long-Term Objectives:

• Support the recruitment and mentoring of junior researchers or AI engineers as we build an internal AI team.
• Propose and lead new AI research projects in healthcare beyond oral lesion detection (e.g., predictive analytics, other imaging modalities, NLP for healthcare records).
• Contribute to the design of a scalable AI research infrastructure within the institution.

Qualifications

PhD or Master's degree in
Computer Science
,
Artificial Intelligence
,
Machine Learning
,
Biomedical Engineering
, or related fields.

Experience:

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on e
  xperience in deep learning, prefe
  rably in medica
  l imaging (experience with oral or dental images is a plus)
• Strong understa
  nding of model
  f
  airness, bias m
  it
  igation, explainabil
  ity
  (XAI), and ethical AI
  .
• Proficiency with deep learning frameworks
  such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Familiarity with tools and libraries for interpretability (e.g., SHAP, LIME, Grad-CAM).
• Track record of publications in reputable AI or medical imaging conferences/journals is highly desirable.
• Experience in leading small research or development projects is a plus.

Preferred Qualities

• Creative and independent thinker who can bring new ideas to the table.
• Passion for responsible AI development and real-world healthcare applications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with clinicians, researchers, and software teams.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of AI innovation in healthcare with real clinical impact.
• Opportunity to shape the future of an in-house AI research unit.
• Work closely with a diverse team of clinicians, researchers, and institutional leaders.
• Access to rich clinical datasets and institutional support for high-impact research.

A*STAR Centre for Frontier AI Research (A*STAR CFAR) seeks highly motivated scientists with talents and inclination to conduct cutting-edge research, develop and execute research strategies in Safe and Trustworthy AI.

Successful candidates will be responsible, but not limited to:

• Work with AI scientists in A*STAR CFAR to develop Safe and Trustworthy AI algorithms and solve challenging real-world problems, and publish high-impact papers to advance science.
• Work with PI Joey Zhou to execute two programmes (AISG: "Sequential Deepfake Attribution" and DTC: "Reassemble Data Before Sharing: Innovative Privacy-Preserved Data-Sharing Solutions for Cloud Services") to ensure timely delivery of project milestones with high-quality outcomes.

• PhD degree in Computer Science/Electrical & Electronics Engineering/Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• High potential in securing competitive grants.
• Strong track record of research in AI. (e.g. 500+ citations from publications in related conferences like ICML, NeurIPS, ICLR, IJCAI, AAAI, KDD, ACL, EMNLP, CVPR, ICCV, or journals such as JMLR, AIJ, MLJ, IJCV, IEEE Transactions and ACM Transactions)
• Knowledge in one of the AI programming frameworks. (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX)
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Overview

The incumbent shall be responsible for all aspects of formulation product development within haircare/skincare, including formula development, sourcing of new and innovative raw materials, sample preparation and costing. He/She will be expected to work on multiple projects designing experiments to support product development and stability testing. He/she shall be actively involved in open innovations projects, research and development work and gauge performance by establishing quality standards; developing operations, quality, and troubleshooting procedures; ensuring staff compliance; certifying instrument performance etc. The role shall work closely with key senior personnel and management in understanding the needs of the company and meeting timelines in producing desired research results.

• Lead research activities in skin and hair care product, covering proof of concept, experimental setup, formulation, process development, optimization, product evaluation, and risk/hazard assessments.
• Research and propose innovative skin and hair care concepts aligned with consumer trends, unmet needs, and regulatory requirements.
• Explore disruptive technologies and scientific approaches to enhance product performance, safety, efficacy, and user experience.
• Develop and refine formulations; manage prototype evaluations, stability testing, and iterative improvements based on data and feedback.
• Conduct laboratory tests and generate substantiating data for claims on safety, stability, efficacy, and sensory attributes such as texture and feel.
• Maintain meticulous records of formulations, procedures, and results to ensure data integrity and traceability.
• Support production scale-up, manufacturing trials, pre-commercialization testing, and process optimization, while driving continuous improvement and eliminating inefficiencies.
• Stay up to date with industry research, new ingredients, and emerging trends to identify opportunities for innovation and sustainability.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

• A Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Chemical Engineering or any equivalent degree.
• Minimum 2 years of development experience including product development, formulation, process development, innovation, or related roles preferably in haircare/skincare manufacturing environment.
• Excellent technical knowledge of haircare/skincare products and raw materials relating to their use and functions.
• Ability to lead and manage projects independently, seek innovative solutions, continuous improvement of product and process, and drive results to completion on schedule.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work while multitasking.
• Demonstrate motivation and excellent work ethic.
• Must work effectively in team environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Overview

Research Assistant role at Monash University Malaysia.

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen. We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

The Research Assistant contributes to the “Myth, Media, and Soft Power” research project under the supervision of Dr Clarissa Ai Ling Lee. This project examines soft power, cultural studies, and the creative industry, with a focus on survey-based research. The Research Assistant will contribute to designing, piloting, and implementing survey instruments, as well as assisting with the recruitment of survey participants across relevant platforms.

Role: Research Assistant

• Assist in designing, piloting, and implementing survey instruments for the project.
• Assist with recruitment of survey participants across relevant platforms.

• A brief CV (including academic qualifications and relevant research experience).
• A short statement (max. 300 words) highlighting your survey design and research skills, or submit through the website.

Please email the following to or apply through the website:

• A brief CV (as above).
• A short statement (max. 300 words) detailing your survey design and research skills, or submit via the website.

• Location: Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Employment Type: Sessional (Part Time)
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Higher Education

Job Closing Date: 10 October :55 pm MYT

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School: School of Business

Location: Main Campus

Employment Type: Sessional (Part Time)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

The Research Assistant contributes to the ”Myth, Media, and Soft Power” research project under the supervision of Dr Clarissa Ai Ling Lee. As this project examines soft power, cultural studies, and the creative industry, with a focus on survey-based research, the Research Assistant (RA) will contribute to designing, piloting, and implementing survey instruments, as well as assisting with the recruitment of survey participants across relevant platforms.

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2. A short statement (max. 300 words) highlighting your survey design and research skills OR submit through the website

10 October :55 pm MYT

Advertised: 10 Sep 2025 Singapore Standard Time
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A Research Assistant is needed for a minimum of 1 month to assist in an internal grant project "Myth, Media, and Soft Power: Examining the Cultural Politics of Creative Industry through the Nezha Animation Franchise (China-Southeast Asia)" that will look at the relationship between China-Malaysia through the lens of soft power, the creative industry, and fandom. There is a possibility of extension beyond the one month should project needs evolve.

Job Title: Research Assistant / Intern

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Internship (20 hours per month)

About Us:

We are an innovative decentralized consulting firm specializing in digital transformation services. Our mission is to redefine the concept of a "working environment" by providing exceptional opportunities for digital nomads while delivering outstanding results for our clients. If you share our vision and are driven to turn it into reality, we invite you to join our team.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant Intern to join our team. The ideal candidate will be skilled in using lead generation tools to gather information and assist in various research projects. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in research while contributing to our organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize lead generation tools to gather relevant data and insights.
• Assist in compiling and analyzing research findings.
• Support the team in various research projects as needed.
• Meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) set for the internship.
• LinkedIn navigator, HubSpot, Mailchimp, Hunter, Anymail Finder, Zoominfo and so on.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Business, or Research.
• Familiarity with lead generation tools and techniques.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

What We Offer:

• Valuable hands-on experience in research and data analysis.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Job Opportunity: Research Assistant / Game Designer (Unity Expertise)

We are looking for a Research Assistant / Game Designer to join our innovative team at Soqqle HK Limited. If you're passionate about cutting-edge technologies like the metaverse, virtual reality, and immersive learning, this is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking project that bridges research, game design, and education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and development of interactive simulations and immersive experiences.

• Build and test 3D assets and environments in Unity.

• Collaborate with researchers to integrate game mechanics and narratives into educational scenarios.

• Ensure optimization of Unity-based projects for performance and user experience.

• Support the team in prototyping and implementing features aligned with research goals.

Requirements:

• Strong experience with Unity game engine.

• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools like Blender or Maya, and expertise in working with PBR, FBX, and material/texturing workflows.

• Skills in mesh optimization (low to medium poly models).

• A background in game design, interaction design, or related fields is preferred.

• Interest in VR/AR development and educational technology is a plus.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects in the metaverse and immersive learning spaces.

• Collaborative environment with researchers, designers, and developers.

• A platform to contribute to impactful innovations in education and technology.

If you're excited about designing the future of learning and have the skills to bring immersive experiences to life, we'd love to hear from you

Join us in shaping the future of interactive education