PROTEIN, PROTEOMICS, AND METABOLOMICS FACILITY
Senior Research Analyst | (SG18)
Contract Duration: May 01, 2025 to June 30, 2025 (2 months) *renewable
Job Description:
The Senior Research Analyst (SRA) is mainly responsible for heading the OMICS committee and overseeing the OMICS services of the PGC-PPMF. They may also be called upon to assist in the writing of research proposals, manuscripts, patents, and manuals of the facility.
S/he is expected to:
- Serve as head of the OMICS Committee (both proteomics and metabolomics)
- Manage client relations for omics services, ensuring their needs are met and providing quality service
- Supervise proteomics and metabolomics services by organizing run schedules and assigning services to omics analysts.
- Conduct internal and external training for mass spectrometry
- Oversee the client services and service reports furnished by the facility
- Provide support to PPMF projects in their proteomics and metabolomics analysis
- Assume responsibility for the regular calibration, maintenance and repairs of LC-MS equipment.
- Develop SOPs for mass spectrometry services and activities
- Contribute in the writing of proposals, manuscripts, and manuals for the PPMF
- Perform other tasks required by the PPMF Facility Director and the Laboratory Manager
Qualifications
Education: Preferably with an MsC degree, at least with MSc units, graduate of Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or any allied health course. MS units in the specified fields are preferred.
Training: Training in LCMS & LIMS is a must
Experience: At least 3 years of experience employment in a related field.
Competency: Independence and Diligence, Organizational Commitment, Integrity, Quality, Service Focus, Teamwork, Stewardship of Resources, Effective Communication, Self- Development and Learning, Computer Literacy
Other Qualifications
- Should be fully vaccinated prior to deployment in the field
- Ability to assume a leadership role within the facility
- Able to train and mentor junior staff and interns of the facility
- Ability to initiate and facilitate method development and optimization
- Knowledge of various software applications, such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and other relevant computer programs and software
- Exceptional writing, organization, analysis, and research abilities, effective communication skills
- Licensed Chemists or Chemical Technicians are preferred
All positions are a non-permanent status and open to Filipino applicants with permanent residence in the Philippines.
SUBMIT YOUR LETTER OF APPLICATION AND CV TO hr@pgc.up.edu.ph
with Subject: PGC PPMF [indicate position] Application
Biobanking Core Facility
Laboratory Manager (Junior Project Associate) | SG 15
JOB DESCRIPTION
On Technical Support for the PGC BCF (60%)
- Serves as the laboratory manager of the PGC biobank and assists the Biobank Curator (PBC BCF Director) to initiate, support, and implement biobank-related activities.
- Coordinates with the Biobank Custodian (PGC Executive Director), other PGC Staff, Project Leaders, and Clients to implement biobank-related activities
- Develop, implement, and update technical documents such as SOPs in accordance with relevant local and international policies, laws, and guidelines.
- Develops and evaluates the BCF business model and services
- Manages the laboratory information management system (LIMS) and other databases and service portals
- Writes research proposals and R&D paper(s) related to biobanking for publication.
- Organizes and conducts webinars/workshops.
- Performs other administrative duties as needed by the UP Human Biobank Task Force and the UP System Biobank Committee.
- Assists in other duties required by the ED and BCF Director for the efficient running of a biobank
- Performs biobanking activities such as receiving, handling, storing, and retrieving biospecimens in their corresponding low-temperature freezers.
- Prepares, checks, and maintains records such as agreements and consent forms as needed.
- Maintains biobank equipment such as ultra-low temperature freezers.
- Liaises with suppliers for procurement and maintenance of needed equipment and supplies.
On Biospecimen Management (40%)
- Performs biobanking activities such as receiving, handling, storing, and retrieving biospecimens in their corresponding low-temperature freezers.
- Prepares, checks, and maintains records such as agreements and consent forms as needed.
- Maintains biobank equipment such as ultra-low temperature freezers.
- Liaises with suppliers for procurement and maintenance of needed equipment and supplies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Background
- A BS Degree with a Registered Medical Technologist (RMT) license is required; w/ an MS Degree is a plus but not mandatory
Experience
At least 1 year of professional experience in a biological or medical research-based laboratory
Training
- None required
Eligibility
- None required
Performance
- QS satisfied
Specific BCF Qualifications
- At least a BS graduate of Medical Technology or other related fields with PRC license OR an MS degree in Biology, Microbiology, and Cell or Molecular Biology or other related fields
- Experience in laboratory or biobank management is a plus
- Able to demonstrate a familiarity and understanding of relevant laboratory-based activities (e.g., pipetting, sample freezing, use of liquid nitrogen)
- Has undergone BSL2, GLP, and GCP trainings preferred
- Has experience with submitting protocols for ethics and biosafety committee review is a plus
- Familiar with research ethics and maintaining data confidentiality and security when dealing with personal information
- Able to demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to function independently and manage one’s own time to finish tasks in a timely manner
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office