The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is currently inviting applications from qualified Malaysian candidates for multiple positions across research, engineering, administration, information technology, and technical services.

MPOB is the premier government agency responsible for the development, regulation, and advancement of Malaysia’s oil palm industry, offering opportunities for graduates and professionals to contribute to one of the country’s most important economic sectors.

Available Positions

Professional and Management Positions

• Administrative Officer (N9)
• Research Officer (Q9)

Executive and Technical Positions

• Assistant Administrative Officer (N5)
• Assistant Research Officer (Q5)

Areas of Specialization

MPOB welcomes applicants from a wide range of disciplines, including:

• Bioresource Technology
• Environmental Technology
• Bioprocess Engineering Technology

Salary and Benefits

Depending on the position and grade, salary packages range from approximately RM1,650 to RM11,110 per month, with additional allowances provided according to the scheme of service.

Application Deadline

12 June 2026 (5:30 PM)

Application and Further Information

Students, graduates, and alumni interested in pursuing a career with MPOB are encouraged to review the eligibility requirements and submit their applications through the official MPOB Career Portal:

MPOB Career Portal

For information about MPOB and its role in the Malaysian palm oil industry, visit:

Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB)

1. Quality Assurance
2. Production
3. Sales & Marketing
4. HR & Admin
5. Finance
6. NPI
7. Purchasing
8. IT
9. Laboratory

1. EHS Interns

The School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), is inviting applications for the Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme (FPD). This opportunity is designed to attract high-quality researchers to contribute to impactful research aligned with national and global priorities.

Application Deadline: 8 May 2026

Our fields of research include:

• Food Technology
• Bioresource Technology
• Environmental Technology
• Bioprocess Technology

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate strong academic merit and research output within the last three (3) years, as follows:

Science Fields

• Minimumtwo (2) publications inISI Web of Science Q1/Q2 journals (JCR indexed)

• At leastone (1) publication as First Author, or

• One (1) patent

Additional Requirements

• Research area must align with an identified USM supervisor

• Supervisor must be affiliated with a School/Centre of Excellence

How to Apply

1. Identify a suitable USM researcher or supervisor in your field. Search via the AI@PPTI chatbot in the bottom-right corner of the page. You can prompt it, for example, "Who is an expert in atmospheric science?"

2. Contact the identified supervisor for discussion and confirmation. The chatbot can give you their emails.

3. Submit your application through the ePOSTDOC System.

4. Refer to the application manual provided for detailed guidance

Visit https://research.usm.my or email fpd@usm.my for more information.