PhD Graduate Assistantship in Green Liquid Propellant-Based Micropropulsion Systems for Small Satellites Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS in Malaysia

PhD Graduate Assistantship at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS in the Chemical Engineering Department.

The project title is Green Liquid propellant-based micropropulsion system for small satellites. This opportunity is suitable for applicants interested in chemical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, and chemical science, especially those with research interests in propulsion, satellite systems, and green propellants.

Eligibility highlights: applicants should have an MSc/MEng degree in Chemical/Aerospace/Mechanical/Material Engineering, Chemical Science, or a relevant field. The post also mentions undergraduate degree routes with CGPA thresholds of 3.25/4.00 or 3.67/4.00. English proficiency is required (IELTS 5.0, TOEFL 500, or equivalent). Candidates should be self-motivated, target-oriented, able to work independently and in a team, and able to perform 22 research days/months subject to change.

Funding: RM3,000 monthly stipend, tuition fee waiver, and teaching assistant work. Duration is 42 months.

Application: interested applicants should email their CV/resume and a 1-page statement of interest to Dr Jitkai Chin at [email protected].

Timing: the post says the candidate should be able to start in September 2026.