Science Research Specialist II

One (1) Science Research Specialist II

Plantilla Item No.: PCHRDB-SRAS2-2-2001

Monthly Basic Salary: 45,694.00/month (SG 16)

Monthly Additional Allowances:

a. Personnel Economic Relief Allowance

b. RA 8439-mandated allowances

(Subsistence, Laundry, Hazard Pay)

Qualification Standard

Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job

Experience: 1 year of relevant experience

Training: 4 hours of relevant training

Eligibility: Career Service (Professional) / Second Level Eligibility

Place of Assignment: Research and Development Management Division, PCHRD Office

Competency Requirements:

1. Core

• Delivering Service Excellence
• Exemplifying Integrity
• Personal Effectiveness
• Driving Innovation
• Building Inclusive, Collaborative Working Relationships
• Quality Management System

1. Technical

• Planning and Execution
• Partnering and Networking
• Solving Problems and Making Decisions
• Communicating Effectively
• Information Management
• Financial Management
• Capacity-Building for the Network
• Research Utilization
• Scientific Research and Other S&T Project Management

Preferred Qualifications/ Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Life and Applied Sciences, Allied Health, or other related fields;
• Has prior experience in project management, particularly in health R&D, with familiarity in the implementation of R&D projects;
• With strong decision-making and analytical thinking skills;
• With excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Proficient in computer office applications (MS Office, GSuite, and other office/PM platforms);
• Possesses positive interpersonal skills, professional work ethic, and good moral character; and
• Proactive, team-player, and able to perform effectively under pressure with minimal supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Oversees and coordinates the overall assessment, monitoring, and reporting of assigned R&D Program area in accordance with the Council’s established Quality Management System and ensure attainment of Program targets, including but not limited to:

a. R&D agenda setting and evaluation

b. Identification of R&D areas for funding

c. Evaluation of proposals submitting for funding

d. Monitoring of ongoing projects

e. Resources planning

1. Oversees activities and outputs of project managers under the R&D Program area/s of assignments on the evaluation of proposals, and monitoring of ongoing projects;
2. Facilitates en-banc evaluation meetings for proposal evaluation and/or project monitoring, provides technical inputs, and reviews and submits recommendations to the Section Head (Senior SRS);
3. Coordinates preparation of technical reports on the R&D program area/s of assignment and related concerns/issues required by DBM, Congress, and other Council stakeholders;
4. Coordinates with project proponents/researchers regarding concerns on proposed/ongoing projects;
5. Responding to inquiries by individuals and/or project proponents/researchers regarding R&D projects;
6. Assists RDMD Section Head/Supervisors in planning/coordinating R&D Program-level activities and initiatives;
7. Provides inputs/updates in the Project Management System (PMS);
8. Attends identified local or international R&D-related functions, trainings, and activities, and provides and/or gives presentations on subject matter/s as requested or called upon by the activity;
9. Provides assistance and/or participates in activities organized by DOST-PCHRD; and

Performs other duties and functions assigned by the Division Chief/Senior staff.

Attach the following documents to the application letter and send to the address below not later than November 05, 2026 .

1. Fully accomplished Personal Data Sheet (PDS) with recent passport-sized picture (CS Form No. 212, Revised 2026) which can be downloaded at www.csc.gov.ph;
2. Accomplished Work Experience Sheet;
3. Performance rating in the last rating period;
4. Photocopy of certificate of eligibility/rating/license;
5. Photocopy of Transcript of Records and Diploma;
6. Photocopy of certificates of training/seminars attended;
7. Photocopy of Service Record/ Certificate of Work Experience/Certificate of Employment; and
8. Application Letter addressed to:

LEAH J. BUENDIA

Undersecretary for R&D and

OIC, Office of the Executive Director, DOST-PCHRD

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS are advised to send through email their application requirements addressed to:

EARVIN JAMES P. MILANTE

Administrative Officer V

Human Resource Management Section

Philippine Council for Health Research and Development – DOST

Saliksik Building, General Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City

recruitment@pchrd.dost.gov.ph

Email Subject Format:

SURNAME_Plantilla Item No._Division

(Example: DELA CRUZ_PCHRDB-ADOF5-1-2026_FAD)

APPLICATIONS WITH INCOMPLETE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE ENTERTAINED.

Pay: Php45,694.00 per month

Work Location: In person