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One (1) Research Assistant (Job Order Employment)

Company : Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology
Date Posted : 2026-01-26

Institution: Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (²ÝÝ®ÊÓÆµ)
Deadline for Application:  January 29, 2026
Project Title:  COPRA GAUGE: Coconut Probe for Rapid Assessment Gauge
Project Leader: Asst. Prof. Ace Virgil D. Villaruz
Duration: 11 months
Salary:  Php 15,208.80/month
Tentative schedule of interview: February 2, 2026 (afternoon)

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree graduate in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Knowledge in microcontroller programming (e.g., Arduino) and analog circuit design.
  • Experience or coursework in sensor systems, data acquisition, or instrumentation is an advantage.
  • Ability to assist in laboratory setup, calibration procedures, and field testing.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Willing to work both in laboratory and field settings.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the construction and testing of the Tier 2 microcontroller-based prototype.
  • Support the calibration process using the oven-dry method and data collection.
  • Help in the development and assembly of the Tier 1 LED-based COPRA GAUGE.
  • Participate in field validation activities at local copra buying stations.
  • Document experimental procedures, results, and technical reports.
  • Assist in the preparation of training materials and user manuals.
  • Perform other research-related tasks as assigned by the Project Leader.

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:

  1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae;
  2. TOR/Evaluation of Grades;
  3. Photocopy of Valid ID of the person to hire, and;
  4. Application Letter indicating the subject below:
    Subject
    :
    Research Assistant for the project led by Asst. Prof. Villaruz

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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
MSU - 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.

²ÝÝ®ÊÓÆµ 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 WHITE FOLDER WITH PAPER FASTENER

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