Project title: Earthquake Ground Shaking and Landslide Information and Research in the Philippines – Deterministic Ground Shaking Component (SLIP-GS Project)

 

Implementing Agency: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)

 

Employment Status: Contract of Services under PHIVOLCS locally-funded project

 

Contract Duration: September to December 2026 (may be renewed if performance is satisfactory)

 

One (1) Project Technical Aide VI

 

Monthly Salary: PhP 29,195

 

Job Description

● Assist in the creation and manipulation of vector files, automation of routine processes and development and management of workflows using GIS software.
● Assist in PGA modelling and GS modeling using REDAS
● Assist in data management and schema development
● Assist in the use and processing of remote sensing images (e.g. LIDAR, DEM)
● Assist in the conduct of R&D and writing of technical reports.
● Assist in other tasks related to the completion of this project
● The staff will conduct fieldwork, if needed

 

Educational Background

● Graduates of BS Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or any physical science-related fields are encouraged to apply.

 

Experience/Training/Competency

● Willing and fit for travel and fieldwork
● Basic field mapping and GIS skills
● Experience in remote sensing analysis and programming is an advantage
● Demonstrate fundamental scientific research, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
● Experience with common office applications and database management
● Experience using geotechnical and geophysical equipments, and other mapping technologies
● With good technical writing and presentation skills
● Demonstrate enthusiasm and interest in fieldwork and research
● Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills with team members

 

Interested and qualified applicants should signify their interest in writing. Attach the following documents to the application letter, and submit on or before September 16, 2026, 05:00 PM.

 

a. Application letter addressed to:

Dr. Teresito C. Bacolcol
Director, PHIVOLCS
PHIVOLCS Bldg., C.P. Garcia Ave., U.P. Campus, Diliman, Quezon City

b. Fully accomplished Personal Data Sheet (PDS) with recent passport-size picture (CS Form No. 212, Revised 2017) which can be downloaded at csc.gov.ph;
c. Curriculum Vitae
d. Transcript of Records
e. Copy of Diploma

 

Send to hrmds@phivolcs.dost.gov.ph, cc: margarita.dizon@phivolcs.dost.gov.ph, ken.villarias@phivolcs.dost.gov.ph and lyneth.bruno@gmail.com

 

NOTE: Please indicate the complete position title, section and division in your application letter)

 

This Office highly encourages all interested and qualified applicants to apply, which include persons with disability (PWD) and members of the indigenous communities, irrespective of sexual orientation and gender identities and/or expression, civil status, religion, and political affiliation. This Office does not discriminate in the selection of employees based on the aforementioned pursuant to Equal Opportunities for Employment Principle (EOP).

 

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