What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist 2 (Mycology) - 10723 position at New York State Department of Health?
Description
Duties Description
Under the direction of a higher-level scientist, the Research Scientist 2 will devote his/her time to biosafety level 2 and 3 laboratories activities and develop molecular and protein-based based assays and whole-genome sequencing assays for high-risk fungal pathogens. The Research Scientist 2 will also validate molecular and protein-based tests and perform additional duties as required. The incumbent will also perform routine testing of the laboratory, including QC/QA.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Non-Competitive: Bachelor's degree in the natural sciences, AND three years of professional post-degree research experience* in the appropriate field
Additional Comments
This position will require the incumbent will meet all Federal requirements for staff who perform clinical testing, including the educational requirements. These requirements can be found here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-G/part-493/subpart-M/subject-group-ECFR2640b368593bdb0/section-493.1489. Candidates with foreign degrees are responsible for obtaining equivalency, through an approved Civil Service vendor: https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm.
Dependent upon the initial assignment or subsequent reassignment of this position satisfactory background checks may be required. Additionally, exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position; the selected candidate may be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment and may undergo pre-employment and/or periodic health evaluations and receive specific immunizations.
This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.
NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
Duties Description
Under the direction of a higher-level scientist, the Research Scientist 2 will devote his/her time to biosafety level 2 and 3 laboratories activities and develop molecular and protein-based based assays and whole-genome sequencing assays for high-risk fungal pathogens. The Research Scientist 2 will also validate molecular and protein-based tests and perform additional duties as required. The incumbent will also perform routine testing of the laboratory, including QC/QA.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Non-Competitive: Bachelor's degree in the natural sciences, AND three years of professional post-degree research experience* in the appropriate field
- Substitutions: a master’s degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience, and a doctorate in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience.
Additional Comments
This position will require the incumbent will meet all Federal requirements for staff who perform clinical testing, including the educational requirements. These requirements can be found here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-G/part-493/subpart-M/subject-group-ECFR2640b368593bdb0/section-493.1489. Candidates with foreign degrees are responsible for obtaining equivalency, through an approved Civil Service vendor: https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm.
Dependent upon the initial assignment or subsequent reassignment of this position satisfactory background checks may be required. Additionally, exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position; the selected candidate may be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment and may undergo pre-employment and/or periodic health evaluations and receive specific immunizations.
This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
- Shift & Geographic pay differentials
- Affordable Health Care options
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
- And many more...
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.
NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
Salary : $82,326 - $104,230
