Full Time Graduate Research Assistant Jobs, in University Of Malaya Federal Territory - Maukerja

We are seeking a highly motivated Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) to join a funded PhD research project at Universiti Malaya.

Project Title:

Development of Malaysia’s Digital Financial Literacy Index (DFLI): A National Framework for Monitoring Digital Financial Capability in the Digital Economy

This is a full-time PhD opportunity for a candidate interested in digital financial literacy, financial capability, FinTech, consumer finance, financial well-being, or related areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct systematic and critical literature reviews

• Assist in questionnaire development, validation, and research instrument refinement

• Support quantitative data collection, data management, and data screening

• Conduct statistical analyses using appropriate quantitative techniques

• Assist with interpretation and reporting of research findings

• Contribute to the preparation of journal manuscripts, conference papers, reports, and research presentations

• Participate actively in research meetings and project-related activities

• Maintain high standards of research ethics, academic integrity, documentation, and data management

• Work collaboratively with the project leader, mentor, co-researchers, and relevant stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Financial Literacy, FinTech, Business, Education, Social Sciences, or a closely related field

• Strong interest in quantitative research and empirical research methods

• Experience with statistical software such as SPSS, Jamovi, SmartPLS, AMOS, R, Python, or equivalent is an advantage

• Good academic writing and communication skills in English

• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and contribute effectively within a research team

• Highly motivated, responsible, organised, proactive, and committed to completing a PhD

Experience with structural equation modelling, particularly PLS-SEM, will be considered an added advantage.

Funding:

• Monthly stipend: RM2,500

• Duration: 3 years

• Education fee waiver

• Full-time PhD opportunity at Universiti Malaya

Interested applicants are invited to submit their CV and relevant supporting documents to:

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Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.