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Institution: Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ)
Deadline for Application:  March 4, 2026; 5:00 PM
Project Title: High-Purity Quartz Production for Semiconductor and Solar Applications from Silica Sand via Laboratory-Scale Sizing Pretreatment and Reverse Flotation
Project Leader: Asst. Prof. Mona Lisa Pacaña Pongcol
Duration: 10 months
Salary: Php 15,208.80/month
Tentative schedule of interview: March 6, 2026 (afternoon)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree graduate in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or other closely related science or engineering fields.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, particularly those planning to pursue a Master’s degree (MS) related to materials or metallurgy after project completion.
• Must possess knowledge of mineral processing principles, including particle size analysis, grinding/sizing, and flotation, is an advantage.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and procedures, including sieving, sample preparation, slurry handling, and basic chemical handling.
• 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:

• Conduct the preparation, characterization, and beneficiation of silica sand samples, including drying, crushing, grinding, and laboratory-scale sizing/sieving operations.
• Execute the laboratory-scale reverse flotation experiments aimed at producing high-purity quartz.
• Prepare flotation reagents, solutions, and consumables following prescribed concentrations and laboratory safety guidelines.
• Conduct routine laboratory measurements, including particle size distribution, mass recovery, and basic material balance calculations.
• 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:

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. Mona Lisa Pacaña Pongcol

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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®ÊÓƵ 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