Qualification Standard
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Experience: None required
Training: None required
Eligibility: Career Service (Professional) / Second Level Eligibility (Preferably but not required)
Preferred Qualifications/ Attributes
● Bachelor’s degree preferably in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology or any related course;
● With good decision-making and analytical thinking skills;
● With excellent oral and written communication skills;
● With strong work ethic and positive attitude;
● Must be coachable, a team-player, and can work under pressure with minimum supervision;
● Knowledgeable in computer office applications (MS Office and GSuite platforms)
● Preferably has a background in project management and familiar with the implementation of R&D project;
Duties and Responsibilities
1. evaluate Grants-In-Aid project proposals and monitor ongoing projects in accordance with the Council's established procedures under its Quality Management System;
2. Process project proposals submitted/referred to PCHRD following established procedures;
3. Process proposals approved for financial assistance;
4. Prepare technical reports on R&D projects and other health-related concerns/issues required by DBM, Congress, and external funding agencies;
5. Coordinate with project proponents/researchers regarding concerns on proposed/ongoing projects;
6. Respond to inquiries by individuals and or project proponents/researchers regarding R&D projects;
7. Provide inputs/updates in the Project Management System (PMS);
8. Provide assistance and or participate in activities organized by PCHRD;
9. Perform other duties and functions assigned by the Division Chief/Senior staff.