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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

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

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