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Minimum: $63,887.00 - Maximum: $63,887.00 AnnuallyDepartment
(OPH) WADS - Wadsworth CenterAbout Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
Health, dental and vision insurance -Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
Flexible benefit accounts -Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
Generous paid time off -Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
Tuition support -Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
Retirement Benefits -HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
Employee Assistance Program -Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
And so much more!
Job Description:
Responsibilities
The Research Scientist I will work within the Bacteriology laboratory at the Wadsworth Center and contribute to community and healthcare associated investigations through the development and utilization of cutting-edge technologies. This work will include contributing to next generation sequencing (NGS) method development to provide new approaches to improve clinical, surveillance and outbreak associated testing. An array of bacteria of public health importance will be studied including those that are antimicrobial resistant, vaccine preventable, sexually transmitted as well as other bacterial pathogens. The ability to utilize new NGS methods to fully characterize bacteria as well as to compare genomes of cases to sources as well as direct specimen approaches without the need for culture provides many new project areas for improving public health testing. This position will be part of a dynamic team serving the Wadsworth Center's mission in the New York State Department of Health's efforts to protect and promote the health of New York's citizens. Come be a part of Science in the Pursuit of Health!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of research experience; OR a Master's degree in a related field and one year of research experience.
This position will require the incumbent will meet all NY State and Federal requirements for staff who perform clinical testing.
Preferred Qualifications
NYS Clinical Laboratory License; experience in molecular biology or microbiology, as well as performing PCR, real-time PCR and DNA sequencing on clinical specimens. Demonstrated, strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience analyzing data, preparing data summaries, performing literature reviews, and writing scientific papers.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may be available on a limited basis.
Travel, up to 10% of the time, will be required.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
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