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Institution: ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø – Iligan Institute of Technology
Deadline for Application: January 31, 2024; 12:00 NN
Project Title: Molecular Monitoring of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus in an Academic Setting
Project Leader: Lady Jane C.Fanuncio
Duration: 11 months (February-December)
Salary: Php 15,208.80/month

QUALIFICATIONS/ DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Graduate of B.S. Biology major in Microbiology
• At least 6 months of experience working in a microbiological laboratory
• At least 20 hours of relevant training in microbiology
•  Proficient in conducting literature reviews, online research, and laboratory tasks.
•  Can perform the following:
• Basic microbiological techniques;
• Bacterial isolation, culture, and maintenance;
• Biochemical characterization of bacterial isolates; and
• Maintenance of microbiological laboratory
• Basic molecular biology techniques
• Excellent multitasking and organization skills
•  Superb written and verbal communication skills 
•  Able to adapt and be trained in performing tasks
• Perform clerical duties and tasks related to the project such as processing of paperwork (e.g. documents for supply procurement, purchase requests and orders, disbursement vouchers) and project reports. 
• Monitors the status of requests and deliveries.  
• Attend administrative tasks and routine inventory of materials and equipment in the maintenance of the Culture Collection and Proteomics and Genomics laboratories as well as be part of the networking and communications related in the conduct of the study. 
• Carry out field work, microbiological, and molecular laboratory experiments and research according to protocols laid out by primary researchers. 
• Collect and log experimental data and conduct statistical analysis of data sets.
• Check facts, proofread, and edit research documents to ensure accuracy. Review and print online resources to gather information related to the project.
• Write-up reports, create presentation slides and posters to help researchers present findings.
•  Attend project meetings/seminars relevant to the task of an RA.
• Commitment to following ethical guidelines and confidentiality and ensures safety and efficiency in the laboratory. 
• Flexibility in working hours.

Interested and qualified applicants should signify their interest in writing. Please attach the  following documents to the application letter and send to the address below: 

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae;
2. TOR/Evaluation of Grades;
3. Photocopy of Valid ID of the person to hire, and; 
4. Application Letter indicating the subject below:

Subject: Research Assistant for the project led by Prof. _____

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS are advised to hand in three (3) copies of their application to the Office of Research Management, OVCRE and address it to:

ALIZEDNEY M. DITUCALAN 
Chancellor 
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø - Iligan Institute of Technology 

Through:

PROF. EPHRIME B. METILLO. PhD
Vice Chancellor for Research and Enterprise

PROF. ARNOLD C. ALGUNO, DSc
Director, Office of Research Management

APPLICATIONS WITH INCOMPLETE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE ENTERTAINED. NOTE: For Applicants who will hand in or send their applications through courier, PLEASE COMPILE THE  COMPLETE DOCUMENTS IN LONG WHITE FOLDER WITH PAPER FASTENER