Institution: Mindanao State University –
Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) Deadline for
Application: September 4, 2024 Project Title:
Molecular Monitoring of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus
in an Academic Setting Project
Leader: Prof. Lady Jane
C. Fanuncio Duration: September -
December 2024 Salary: Php 15,208.80/month
Qualifications:
- Graduate of
BS Biology major in Microbiology
- With or
without experience working in a microbiology 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
- 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
Duties and Responsibilities:
- 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 to
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 it to the address below:
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae;
- TOR/Evaluation of Grades;
- Photocopy of Valid ID of the person to hire, and;
- Application Letter indicating the subject
below:
Subject: Research Assistant for the
project led by Prof. Fanuncio
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QUALIFIED APPLICANTS are advised to hand in three (3) copies of their
application to the Office of Research Management, OVCRE and address it
to:
PROF. ALIZEDNEY M. DITUCALAN, JD LLM Chancellor èßäAV- 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
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