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READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
JOIN UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI BRUNEI
JOB VACANCIES AT UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI BRUNEI

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°ÅÀÖÊÓƵ (UTB), established in 1986, has evolved into a leading institution of higher learning since attaining full university status in 2008. Within just a decade of becoming a university, UTB has earned its place amongst the world’s top universities. As the only engineering and technology-focused university in Brunei Darussalam with a QS 5-Plus star rating, UTB offers globally accredited programmes and a vibrant campus experience that fosters academic, social and professional excellence.

UTB strives for excellence in nurturing 360˚+ graduates equipped with creativity, self-responsibility, leadership and employability skills, preparing them to become tomorrow’s leaders. This goal is accomplished through broad-based and globally-oriented education.

UTB continues to reach new heights, ranking 578^th in the QS World University Rankings (QSWUR) 2026 and 135^th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026. The university also ranked within the 601-800 band in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026 and within the 301-350 band in the THE Asia University Rankings 2025. UTB is also the first university in the country to have successfully acquired the Bureau Veritas certification for an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System.

The UTB School of Business secured international accreditation from the prestigious European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) for its Bachelor of Business programmes and MSc in Management and Technology, underscoring its commitment to delivering globally recognised, high-quality business education.

UTB currently offers 27 undergraduate degree programmes, including part-time degrees, as well as 14 Master’s Degrees and PhD programmes.

At present, the university has approximately 1,817 students, comprising 1,453 undergraduates, 237 MSc students, and 127 Ph.D students. UTB is supported by 130 dynamic academic staff members, representing a broad spectrum of specialisations, disciplines, and fields.

UTB is now inviting suitably qualified candidates to join our UTB School of Business, School of Design, and Faculty of Engineering, in the positions at the levels of Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Senior Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor, with the exception of specialisations denoted by an asterisk (*) as listed below:

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SCHOOL OF DESIGN

ARCHITECTURE

1. Building Science and Technology *(Assistant Professor post only)

PRODUCT DESIGN

2. Product Design for Creative Industries *(Assistant Professor post only)

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UTB SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
ECONOMICS

3. Digital Marketing / Marketing *(Professor post only)

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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
CHEMICAL AND ENERGY ENGINEERING

4. Chemical Engineering *(Assistant Professor post only)

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QUALIFICATIONS

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Upper Second-class Honours degree, and Master’s (preferably Distinction), and Ph.D qualification (or equivalent) in the relevant field.

1. Lecturer

A minimum of Ph.D qualification.

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2. Assistant Professor

The candidate must hold a Ph.D and have at least 5 years of teaching and research at a higher education institution (HEI). Candidates should demonstrate significant advancement in teaching, research, publications, and community service to qualify for the PT2 salary scale. Alternatively, candidates applying for the PT2A scale must have held a senior management position, such as Dean, Deputy Dean, or Programme Leader, for a significant period at an HEI, with an excellent record in teaching and research. Experience in supervising Master’s degree students will be considered an advantage.

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3. Senior Assistant Professor

Candidates must hold a Ph.D, a post equivalent to an Assistant Professor on the PT2 salary scale for at least 7 years or an Assistant Professor on the PT2A salary scale for at least 4 years, with a rising reputation in the field of specialisation, an excellent record of teaching, research, and publications, and demonstrate strong administrative abilities at the Programme Area, Faculty, or Centre. Experience in supervising at least Master's level students.

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4. Associate Professor

Candidates must hold a Ph.D, hold a position equivalent to Senior Assistant Professor for at least 3 years at an HEI, and meet the KPIs in teaching, research, publications, administration, and community service. The candidate should possess extensive expertise, an excellent track record in teaching, research, and publishing, and a developing reputation in their area of expertise. The candidate should have held a faculty dean or deputy dean, or a managerial role. Consistent experience in supervising Master’s degree and Ph.D students is also required.

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5.ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Professor

Candidates must hold a Ph.D and have served in a professorial or equivalent position at a university for a significant period, demonstrating a proven record of achievement in teaching, research, publishing, and administration at HEI, or holding an associate professorial position for considerable years and fulfilling the KPIs for teaching, research and publications, administration and community service, postgraduate supervision, and serving as an internal and external assessor/referee. The candidate should possess extensive experience with an international reputation, including recognition as a distinguished speaker in the field of expertise. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to enhance the standing and performance of the Faculty, Centre, or University at the global level, while making a positive impact on the community through their field. The candidate should also have the ability to exercise academic leadership and the ability to mentor junior academic staff, particularly in research.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

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1. The appointment will be permanent for citizens of Brunei Darussalam. For non-citizens, the appointment will be on a three-year contract, renewable subject to mutual
   
   
2. The base annual salary range is as follows:

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3. The monthly academic allowance is as follows:

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4. (a). Bonus payment is provided after every 12 months of satisfactory service: 1 month's salary for Lecturer/Assistant Professor; and ½ month's salary for Senior Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor. No Bonus will be paid in cases of resignation or dismissal.
   (b). Gratuity payment: 25% of the last drawn monthly salary multiplied by 36 months will be payable at the end of the contract.Ìý All allowances are excluded from the gratuity calculation. ÌýNo Gratuity will be paid in cases of resignation or dismissal.

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5. Other benefits:

• • For each child studying abroad, a subsidised education allowance is provided based on the amount claimed, up to a maximum of B$800.00 per month, inclusive of accommodation costs. If accommodation is not included in the fees, payment will be made according to the amount claimed, up to a maximum of $400.00 a month per child. The education allowance is provided for the contract officer’s children aged 5 to 21 and is claimable for up to 4 children (limited to 2 for concession passage). Should the child receive other financial assistance/additional funding for their education (such as a scholarship, a grant, or a maintenance allowance), the education allowance will be reduced accordingly. For instance, if the education allowance is B$400.00, and the child receives B$300 from other assistance, the Government will pay only $100.00.
    
    The education allowance for children attending private schools in Brunei [excluding the government-owned Jerudong International School (JIS)] is $120.00 per child per month. For the children enrolled at JIS, the education allowance will be paid directly to JIS school. If the school fees exceed B$800.00 per month, the contract officer will be responsible for topping up the difference between the allowance provided and the actual fees.
    
    
  • Children’s concession passage is provided for up to 2 children who receive an education allowance under the category of ‘student studying at boarding schools outside Brunei’. The concession covers return passages from the place of domicile to Brunei in each calendar year of service.
    
    
  • Subsidised housing is provided with a staff contribution of B$130.00 per Newly appointed staff are required to stay at a transit hotel, with a daily service charge of B$2.00 for adults and B$1.00 for children under 12 years of age.
    
    
  • Free medical service is provided at government hospitals and health centres for the contract officer, accompanying spouse, and children under 18 years old, subject to a small registration fee for each Charges will apply for certain dental procedures. The cost of medical treatment overseas will be borne by the contract officer.
    
    
  • An interest-free car loan of B$25,000 is available only for the local lecturer post and is repayable within a contract period of seven (7) years.
    
    
  • Annual leave entitlement is 48 days for contract officers and 42 days for locals. The leave entitlement must be taken during the
    
    
  • Passages for incoming, mid-term, and homeward passage by the most economical class and most direct route for the contract officer, the accompanying spouse and 4 unmarried children below the age of 18 years, if any.
    
    
  • Shipping of personal effects: Upon first appointment, the officer may claim the cost of transporting personal effects by sea freight from the nearest port in the country of domicile to any port in The allowable volume is 1.2 cubic metres for the officer, the spouse and each of the children who are 12 to under 18 years, and 0.6 cubic metres for each child under 12 years. Upon final completion of the contract, the officer is eligible for the transportation of personal effects by sea freight from any port in Brunei to the nearest port in the country of domicile, up to 4.5 cubic metres for the entire family. [Only sea freight charges are borne by the Government; all incidental expenses such as transportation, packing, crating, casing, insurance, port dues and others are the responsibility of the officer.
  • Baggage allowance: The Government will cover the cost of excess accompanied baggage for government-paid passages for the contract officer, spouse and 4 children below the age of 18 years, if The allowance is 20 kilograms for the officer, spouse, and each child aged 12 to under 18 years, and 10 kilograms for each of child under 12 years.
    
    
  • No personal income tax in Brunei

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APPLICATION SUBMISSION

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Completed application forms, together with copies of academic certificates and transcripts, a comprehensive curriculum vitae with the names and addresses of 4 referees, teaching portfolio, research portfolio, Scopus h-index, citation, and the number of listed publications, should be submitted to:

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Registrar and Secretary
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Jalan Tungku Link
Gadong BE1410
BRUNEI DARUSSALAM

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utb.personnel@utb.edu.bn

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Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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Local candidates should fill out the Local Applicant Application Form, while non-local candidates should complete the Non-Local Applicant Application Form. Local applicants currently employed in Government Departments are required to submit their application forms through their respective Head of Department.

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The Head of the Department shall provide a copy of the applicant’s performance appraisal reports for the last 3 consecutive years and an up-to-date service record for the local application.

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Application forms can be downloaded here:

• For LOCAL applicants
• For NON-LOCAL applicants

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ApplicationsÌý mustÌýÌýÌý reachÌý the Office of Registrar and Secretary, °ÅÀÖÊÓƵ or utb.personnel@utb.edu.bn by 29 December 2025.

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Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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