Fully Funded PhD in Translational Medicine and Diabetes Research at Monash University Malaysia Monash University Malaysia in Malaysia

Monash University Malaysia is advertising a fully funded PhD position at the School of Pharmacy for a project in translational medicine and diabetes research.

Project title: A 3D Bioprinted Skeletal Muscle Model to Investigate Functional Food Targeting Insulin Resistance.

The research focuses on developing a 3D in vitro platform to evaluate how functional food may help regulate glucose and address insulin resistance. This is a strong fit for candidates interested in medical science, biology, pharmacy, biomedical science, biomedical engineering, and related areas of metabolic disease research.

Eligibility highlights: applicants must be Malaysian and should have completed a Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree with First Class Honours in Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, Biology, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related field. A strong command of written and spoken English is required, along with evidence of motivation, excellence, and independent research ability.

Funding: the position offers a 100% tuition fee waiver and a monthly stipend for up to 42 months. The post indicates an immediate commencement date.

Location: Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Selangor, Malaysia.

How to apply: interested candidates should email their CV and relevant details to Dr. Wendy Yeo at [email protected]. The post asks applicants to review the attached announcement for full details.