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
Deadline for applications: April 21, 2025
Project Technical Specialist I | (SG16)
Contract Duration: May 1, 2025 to August 14, 2025 (3.5 months)
Project: Screening for Metabolomic Biomarkers of Diabetic Nephropathy in Filipino adult Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Job Description:
The Project Technical Specialist I (PTS I) is mainly responsible for conducting sample analysis for the Screening for Metabolomic Biomarkers of Diabetic Nephropathy in Filipino Adult Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Project. S/he is expected to spearhead the timely reporting of project deliverables to the project leader and project staff. S/he will monitor and summarize reports and/or status of the project as part of the regular reporting to the funding agency. Mainly. He/she is also responsible for analyzing the metabolomics data.
S/he is expected to:
- Must have an experience in handling and operation of the HPLC and undergo training in Orbitrap MS System to conduct analyses for the project
- Perform all scientific experiments, data analysis, and any relevant visualizations for the assigned project
- Monitor the deliverables of the project while assisting the project leader in the timely submission of progress and financial reports as required by the funding agency
- Obtain quotations and determine technical specifications for reagents, supplies, and equipment that will be procured for the project
- Perform regular maintenance of the laboratory equipment and instruments; Including troubleshooting and repair when needed
- Assist with patient recruitment as needed or when assigned at the PGH Site
- Perform other tasks that may be required by the project leader
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or any related field; Preferably with MSc units and/or registered chemist/chemical technician
Training: Knowledgeable in Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry techniques
Experience: At least 1 year 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 work confidently and successfully under minimal supervision
- Knowledge of various software applications, such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and other relevant computer programs and software
- Literate in programming and data analysis
- Exceptional writing, organization, analysis, and research abilities, effective communication skills
- Licensed Chemists or Chemical Technicians are preferred but not required
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
Deadline for applications: April 21, 2025