Research Scientist 4 (Analytical Chemistry) - 14071

Description

Duties Description

The Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health, is seeking an outstanding research scientist to support and collaborate with recently established Principal Investigators within the Division of Environmental Health Sciences (DEHS). The incumbent will be expected to support and help guide the Laboratory of Organic Chemistry, while contributing to the development and execution of a public health laboratory program focused on organic environmental testing. The successful candidate will engage in independent research at the intersection of mass spectrometry, organic analytical chemistry, environmental toxicology, and public health, complementing existing strengths within the Center. The selected candidate will join a highly collaborative group of research scientists and contribute to expanding the Center’s environmental health sciences program. Research areas may include but are not limited to: emerging organic contaminants; microplastics and nanoparticles; novel applications of mass spectrometry; and cheminformatics.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Non-Competitive: Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences AND five 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: A qualified PhD with postdoctoral experience in mass spectrometry, as demonstrated by research accomplishments and publications, and expertise in the theory and operation of high-resolution mass spectrometric instrumentation.

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.

• Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, a 2–3-page narrative of their proposed research plans including their experience with mass spectrometric instrumentation, and the names/contact information of at least three professional references.
  
  

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

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.

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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.