POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP 

Introduction

The Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) Programme at the Department of Plastic Surgery & Reconstructive Sciences, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), provides opportunities for researchers who have completed a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) to pursue advanced, full-time research in specialised areas of reconstructive sciences.

The programme aims to strengthen research expertise, promote scientific innovation and advance knowledge through high-quality research and multidisciplinary collaboration. Under the mentorship of experienced researchers, postdoctoral fellows are encouraged to undertake independent research, publish scientific findings in reputable journals and establish national and international research collaborations.

Through active involvement in research projects, scientific publications and academic activities, the programme supports the development of research leadership, critical thinking and professional competencies.

The programme is committed to nurturing future research leaders who contribute to scientific discoveries, translational research and innovation in reconstructive sciences, healthcare and related biomedical fields.

Admission requirement

1. The candidate must have been awarded a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree not exceeding five (5) years from the date of graduation when the application is submitted.

2. Possess good academic merit and research output in the last three (3) years. a. At least three (3) publications as First Author in an indexed journal in Web of Science (Science candidates) or Scopus (Non-Science candidates) including one (1) publication in Q1/Q2 (Journal Citation Report (JCR) and not in SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)).

3. The field/ area of the post-doctoral candidate must be matched to the area of the identified supervisor from the respective School/ Centre of Excellence.

4.. Preference will be given to candidates who are Malaysian citizens.

Appointment Duration

1. The term of appointment is for one (1) year and may be considered for reappointment based on the achievements of the FPD.

2. The maximum appointment period is for two (2) years only.

Information

Further information regarding the fellowship can be obtained at https://research.usm.my/we-support/other-services/post-doctoral-fellow

Application

Application can be made at https://postdoc.usm.my/

Post Doctoral Fellow under Reconstructive Sciences Programme