Jobs at PGC

Biobank Core Facility (BCF)

Project: Genomic and Clinical Characterization of an Emerging SARS-CoV-2 Variant P.3 in the Philippines

Junior Research Analyst (JRA) – Senior Programmer – SG 16

Responsibilities

On Biobank and Data Management (80%)

• Develop, deploy, and maintain PGC’s service portal, laboratory information management system (LIMS) and the UP Human Biobank Registry
• Create and update guidelines and best practices for efficient use of the LIMS, UP Human Biobank Registry, and other PGC biobank-related databases.
• Monitor and implement data confidentiality and security policy for all biobank databases.
• Conduct routine backup of database according to specific biobank plan.
• Monitor access to all biobank-related data management systems.
• Maintain all biobank-related data management systems, process logs for errors, and makes corrections when needed
• Coordinate with the Biobank Curator (PBC BCF Director), other PGC Staff, Project Leaders, and Clients to initiate, support, and implement biobank-related activities.
• Develop, implement, and update technical documents such as SOPs in accordance with relevant local and international policies, laws, and guidelines.
• Assist in developing and evaluating the BCF business model and services
• Assist in other duties required by the ED and BCF Director for the efficient running of a biobank and associated databases

On Biobank Committee Support (20%)

• Perform administrative duties as needed by the UP-System Biobank Committee.
• Organize and conduct webinars/workshops related to Biobanking and Data Management.

Qualifications:
Education: At least a BS graduate of Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or other related fields
Experience: 2 years of professional experience
Training: None required
Eligibility: None required
Performance: QS Satisfied

• At least a BS graduate of Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or other related fields
• With excellent scientific and technical writing skills
• With experience in full stack development
• With experience in using vue.js framework, MongoDB database, and Strapi
• Knowledgeable or has experience with maintaining data privacy and security in database management software
• Ability to function independently and manage one’s own time to finish tasks in a timely manner
• With good interpersonal and intrapersonal communication skills
• Experience in laboratory or biobank management is a plus
• 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
• Ability to function independently and manage one’s own time to finish tasks in a timely manner