Company Description The University of Malaya traces its origins to Singapore with the establishment of King Edward VII College of Medicine in 1905. It was later formed in 1949 through the amalgamation of King Edward VII College of Medicine and Raffles College in Singapore. The University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, was officially established in 1962 and remains a leading institution dedicated to education, research, and innovation. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role as a Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) at the University of Malaya. The PhD Opportunity focuses on the development of novel polymer electrolyte membranes (PEMs) for advanced fuel cell applications . The candidate will be involved in membrane synthesis, material characterization, electrochemical performance evaluation, and data analysis. Responsibilities include assisting in experimental design, coordinating with faculty members, contributing to academic publications, and supporting the department's research objectives in sustainable energy technologies. The position is based at the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. Qualifications Strong foundation in polymer science, materials engineering, or chemical engineering Experience in membrane synthesis, modification techniques, and fuel cell testing Proficiency in electrochemical analysis methods (e.g., EIS, polarization curves, conductivity measurements) Good skills in academic writing, literature review, and data interpretation Laboratory experience in materials characterization (e.g., FTIR, XRD, SEM, TGA, DMA) Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary research team Master's degree in a relevant discipline (Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Energy, or related fields) Prior research experience in membranes, fuel cells, or electrochemical systems is advantageous Good in English and Malay (Writing & Speaking) Required to register in October 2025 Benefits RM2000-2400 / month stipend (based on performance) Full tuition fee waiver Interested Send your CV & transcripts to: [HIDDEN TEXT] (Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview) Be part of cutting-edge fuel cell research for a sustainable energy future! Show more Show less