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The Department of Science and Technology (abbreviated as DOST; Filipino: Kagawaran ng Agham at Teknolohiya), is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the coordination of science and technology-related projects in the Philippines and to formulate policies and projects in the fields of science and technology in support of national development. Executive Order No. 128 mandates the Department to “provide central direction, leadership and coordination of scientific and technological efforts and ensure that the results therefrom are geared and utilized in areas of maximum economic and social benefits for the people”.
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is the primary science and technology body in the country, charged with pursuing the state policy of supporting local efforts in science, technology, and research and development. The DOST Science and Technology (S&T) Fellows Program aims to boost the research and development (R&D) capacity of the DOST RDIs and Councils to deliver innovative activities, programs, and services to Filipinos through a pool of science experts.
The Department of Science and Technology – Office of the Undersecretary for Research and Development (DOST-OUSECRD) is in need of competent S&T Fellows (Contract of Service) to occupy thirty-three (33) positions under the project, “DOST Science and Technology (S&T) Fellows Program”. Accepted S&T Fellows shall report on a full-time basis to the DOST Agency he/she shall be assigned to. Working arrangements and reporting schedule (e.g. office, work from home, flexible) shall be determined by the agency of assignment.
Seventeen (17) S&T Fellow I (SG 23/ Php 96,004 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Master’s Degree in the following field(s): Electronics/ Electronic Communications Engineering/ Computer Engineering/ Electrical Engineering/ Applied Physics or equivalent field. Preferably radio frequency and wireless communication system
- Experience: With at least three (3) years of productive professional R&D work after completion of MS. Project involvement in at least one relevant (1) R&D project as Co-investigator, Primary Investigator, or any equivalent positions. Preferably has implemented at least one (1) R&D project as Project Leader
- Training: Sixteen (16) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility: PD 997 / RA 1080 / Career Service Professional
- Publications: Must have at least one (1) paper published in ISI or Scopus-indexed journals or conference proceedings, as sole author or co-author (excluding thesis/dissertation)
- DOST Agency of Assignment with no. of vacant positions:
- (1) DOST-Advanced Science and Technology Institute
- (5) DOST-Food Nutrition and Research Institute
- (1) DOST-Forest Products Research and Development Institute
- (2) DOST-Industrial Technology Development Institute
- (1) DOST-Metals Industry Research and Development Center
- (2) DOST-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute
- (2) DOST-Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development
- (1) DOST-Technology Application and Promotion Institute
- (2) DOST-National Academy of Science and Technology
Eleven (11) S&T Fellow II (SG 24/ Php 108,094 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and other related life sciences graduate studies. Preferably in diagnostics, molecular biology and biotechnology
- Experience: With at least five (5) years of productive and extensive professional R&D work after completion of MS. Project involvement in at least one relevant (1) R&D project as Coinvestigator, Primary Investigator, or any equivalent positions. Preferably has implemented at least one (1) R&D project as Project Leader.
- Training: At least twenty-four (24) hours of relevant training. Preferably in the areas of health technology assessment
- Eligibility: PD 997 / RA 1080 / Career Service Professional
- Publications/ Patents: Must have at least two (2) paper published in ISI or Scopus-indexed journals conference proceedings, as sole author or co-author (excluding thesis/ dissertation)
- DOST Agency of Assignment with no. of vacant positions:
- (1) DOST-Advanced Science and Technology Institute
- (1) DOST-Philippine Council for Health and Research Development
- (3) DOST-National Research Council of the Philippines
- (3) DOST-Office of the Undersecretary for Scientific and Technical Services
- (1) DOST-Technology Application and Promotion Institute
- (1) DOST-Metals Industry Research and Development Center
- (1) DOST-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute
Five (5) S&T Fellow III (SG 25/ Php 123,228 Monthly Salary)
- Education: Doctoral Degree in Electronics, Communications, or Electrical Engineering or related fields. Preferably a professional in the field of semiconductor (microelectronics and IC design), electronic data processing (big data analytics), consumer electronics (smart things), control system (sensors and actuators) and industrial electronics (robotics)
- Experience: With at least ten (10) years of productive and extensive professional R&D work. Must have implemented at least one (1) R&D project as Project Leader
- Training: Thirty-two (32) hours of relevant training
- Eligibility: PD 997 / RA 1080 / Career Service Professional
- Publications: Must have at least three (3) papers published in ISI or Scopus-indexed journals conference proceedings, as sole author or co-author (excluding thesis/dissertation)
- DOST Agency of Assignment with no. of vacant positions:
- (3) DOST-Industrial Technology Development Institute
- (1) DOST-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute
- (1) DOST-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development
How to apply?
Interested and qualified applicants may submit their requirements personally, through mail or online via email: sntfellows@dost.gov.ph on or before 31 January 2023. Only those applications with complete requirements as enumerated below shall be entertained.
What are the requirements needed?
- Application Letter addressed to:
LEAH J. BUENDIA Undersecretary for Research and Development Department of Science and Technology 3rd Floor., DOST Main Bldg., DOST Compound Gen. Santos Ave., Bicutan, Taguig City
- Detailed/Updated Curriculum Vitae
- To include the following details:
- Educational Background
- Field of Specialization
- Areas of Research Interest
- Professional/Employment/Work History including significant scientific, technological and/or entrepreneurial activities undertaken
- Relevant trainings, and fellowship or Grants; and
- Previous R&D Program/ Project Involvements
- To include the following details:
- Personal Data Sheet with latest passport size ID picture & Work Experience Sheet
- Photocopy of Transcript of Records and Diploma
- Photocopy of paper published in ISI or Scopus-indexed journals or conference proceedings, as sole author or co-author (excluding thesis/dissertation)
- Photocopy of Certificate of eligibility (Career Service Professional/PD 997/RA 1080)
- Photocopy of Certificate/s of Trainings, Seminars, and Awards received
- Photocopy of Performance Rating in the last rating period
- Accepted S&T Fellows shall also be required original copies of the following documents:
- Medical Certificate with the following results:
- Drug Test Report
- Urinalysis
- Hermatology Result
- Radiology Report
- NBI Clearance
- Clearance from previous employers, if applicable
- Medical Certificate with the following results:
For Inquiries
For clarifications/queries, applicants may contact DOST-OUSECRD at tel. nos. 8837-2071 loc. 2180 and look for Mr Niño Felices or Ms. Mary Anichie Itoh or email sntfellows@dost.gov.ph. You can also visit their website at https://www.dost.gov.ph/
DOST History
Originally established as the National Science and Development Board (NSDB) on 13 June 1958, it was reconstituted as the National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) on 17 March 1981 with the vision of “A competent and competitive science and technology community with a social conscience.”
With the agency’s elevation to full cabinet stature by virtue of Executive Order 128 signed on 30 January 1987, the functions and responsibilities of DOST expanded correspondingly to include the following:
- Pursue the declared state policy of supporting local scientific and technological effort
- Develop local capability to achieve technological self-reliance
- Encourage greater private sector participation in research and development
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is the premiere science and technology body in the country charged with the twin mandate of providing central direction, leadership and coordination of all scientific and technological activities, and of formulating policies, programs and projects to support national development.
- 1958 – Congress passes a law establishing the National Science Development Board (NSDB) upon the recommendation of Dr. Frank Co Tui, who was tasked to survey the state of Philippine S&T during the Garcia administration;
- 1982 – NSDB revamped as the National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) and accorded broader policy-making and program implementing functions;
- 1987 – NSTA elevated to Cabinet level and becomes the DOST in response to increasing demands for S&T intervention in national development.