Research Scientist 3 (Analytical Chemistry) - 12404

Description

Duties Description

A Research Scientist 3 is needed to manage the Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry section of the Laboratory of Organic Analytical Chemistry (LOAC) to ensure continuity of critical public health services, maintain laboratory certification, and support increasing workload demands. The laboratory utilizes complex and highly technical instrumentation, including gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry. These methods require direct supervision, hands-on troubleshooting, and data interpretation by staff with specialized training and experience. The Research Scientist will provide supervision of laboratory staff and operational oversight which includes the research and analysis of environmental samples using a variety of techniques and instrumentation. The GC/MS section of LOAC is critical to the Wadsworth Center’s public health mission and regulatory compliance by providing testing of organic contaminants such as volatiles, semi volatiles, and pesticides in environmental samples.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Non-Competitive: bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences and four years of post-degree professional research experience** in an appropriate field.

• Substitutions: master’s degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience, and Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in environmental organic chemistry, including the analysis of volatile and semi volatile organic compounds using GC-MS and LC-MS, sample preparation techniques and analytical instrumentation troubleshooting; Experience providing technical oversight, training, and supervision of laboratory personnel, as well as coordinating laboratory operations, resources, budgets, and ensuring compliance with quality systems and established procedures; Strong knowledge of laboratory quality assurance and quality control, data integrity, regulatory compliance, and accreditation requirements; Proven ability to develop, validate, and evaluate analytical methods for environmental contaminants, troubleshoot analytical issues, and implement new analytical procedures; Experience conducting applied research, publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and presenting research findings.

Additional Comments

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.

When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

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...
  
  

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

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For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate of the position (beginning of the salary range). 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.