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Institution: Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology
(缅北禁地-IIT)
Deadline for Application: March 25, 2026; 5:00 PM
Project Title:Utilization of Bagasse Cassava as an Additive in the Fabrication of
Ceramic Wall Insulation Tiles (CERWITS)
Project Leader: Prof. Liezl M. Jabile
Duration: 9 months
Salary: Php 15,208.80/month
Tentative
schedule of interview: March 30, 2026 (afternoon)
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree graduate in Ceramic Engineering.
- Fresh
graduates are encouraged to apply, particularly those planning to pursue a
Master’s degree (MS) related to materials or ceramics after project
completion.
- Must possess
knowledge of ceramic processing principles, including ceramic forming
techniques such as semi-dry pressing, is an advantage.
- Familiarity
with laboratory equipment and procedures, including raw materials and
sample preparation, characterization, and interpretation.
- Skills in
data recording, tabulation, and simple data analysis (e.g., Excel or
equivalent).
- Good written
and oral communication skills for technical reporting and
documentation.
- Highly
motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently as well as
in a research environment.
- Willing to
work on a full-time, project-based basis for the full 10-month
duration.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Characterize
the chemical composition of cassava bagasse and other raw materials used in
the tile formulation.
- Fabricate
ceramic wall tiles incorporating varying proportions of cassava bagasse
using the semi-dry pressing method.
- Evaluate the
thermal and physico-mechanical properties of the fabricated tiles to
determine the most effective formulation for insulation
performance.
- Ensure proper
sample labeling, documentation, storage, and inventory management for
traceability of experimental work.
- Accurately
record experimental parameters, observations, and results in laboratory
notebooks and digital records.
- Conduct the
preliminary data processing, tabulation, graphing, and interpretation of
experimental results under the supervision of the Project
Leader.
- Perform the
preparation, organization, and submission of administrative documents,
including procurement requests for chemicals, consumables, and laboratory
supplies.
- Coordinate
with the Project Leader and concerned offices regarding procurement
tracking, delivery follow-ups, and documentation compliance.
- Compile and
organize project files, including technical reports, progress reports,
meeting minutes, and supporting documents required by the funding and
monitoring agencies.
- Schedule and
prepare materials for monitoring visits, meetings, and presentations
related to the project.
- Ensure
compliance with laboratory safety regulations, waste disposal procedures,
and equipment use policies.
- Perform other
research and administrative tasks as may be assigned by the Project Leader
in support of the project objectives.
Interested and qualified applicants should signify their interest in
writing. Please attach the following documents to the application letter
and send it to the address below:
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae;
- TOR/Evaluation of Grades;
- Photocopy of Valid ID of the person to hire, and;
- Application
Letter indicating the subject below:
Subject: Research
Assistant for the project led by Prof. Liezl M.
Jabile
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QUALIFIED APPLICANTS are advised to hand in three (3) copies of their
application to the Office of Research Management, OVCRE, 3rd
floor, Main Library Building and address it to:
PROF. ALIZEDNEY M. DITUCALAN, J.D. LL.D.
Chancellor
缅北禁地 - Iligan Institute of Technology
Through:
PROF. EPHRIME B. METILLO. PhD
Vice Chancellor for Research and
Enterprise
PROF. ARNOLD C. ALGUNO, PhD
Director, Office of
Research Management
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APPLICATIONS WITH INCOMPLETE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE ENTERTAINED.
缅北禁地-IIT accepts all qualified applicants including persons with
disability (PWD), members of indigenous communities (IP) and those from any
sexual orientation and gender identities (SOG).
NOTE: For Applicants who will hand in or send their applications through
courier, PLEASE COMPILE THREE (3) COPIES OF THE COMPLETE DOCUMENTS IN LONG
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