Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleAssistant Research Scientist / Research Scientist 1 / Research Scientist 2 (Toxic Substances) - 16483

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade22

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $101197 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Center for Environmental Health - Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment

Empire State Plaza, Corning Tower

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Assistant Research Scientist, Grade 14: a bachelor’s degree in toxicology, environmental health sciences, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, epidemiology, immunology, industrial hygiene, pharmacology, or a related field, AND at least one year of post degree professional research experience in the appropriate field. Thirty graduate hours leading to an advanced degree in an appropriate field may be substituted for the required experience.

Research Scientist 1, Grade 18: A bachelor's degree in toxicology, environmental health sciences, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, epidemiology, immunology, industrial hygiene, pharmacology, or a related field, AND at least two years of relevant post-degree professional research experience in an appropriate field; OR a Master’s degree in one of the above fields, AND at least one year of post-degree professional research experience.

Research Scientist 2, Grade 22: A bachelors degree in toxicology, environmental health sciences, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, epidemiology, immunology, industrial hygiene, pharmacology, or a related field, AND at least three years of relevant post-degree professional research experience in an appropriate field; OR a Master’s degree in one of the above fields, AND at least 2 years of post-degree professional research experience; OR a doctoral degree in one of the above fields.

Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will possess a master’s or doctoral degree in engineering, industrial hygiene, environmental chemistry or atmospheric science. They will display strong organizational and project management skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to adapt to various circumstances; evaluate large data sets; conduct data analysis; and synthesizing results for written reports.
Center for Environmental Health will have a preference for candidates that have the ability to critically evaluate and interpret scientific data, air sampling plans, building blueprints and reports. Additionally, the preferred candidate will have an understanding of building sciences and the influence of ventilation systems and environmental factors, such as building materials, energy type, and extreme weather events on indoor air quality (IAQ), and the environment.

Duties Description The Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment (BTSA) is responsible for evaluating the exposure and health risks associated with air contaminants. The Research Scientist will provide technical support for staff involved in New York State BTSA initiatives related to air quality and health including providing expertise on community air monitoring plans; evaluating ambient air quality standards; reviewing soil vapor intrusion data; evaluating fugitive emission and their impact on surrounding communities.
The Research Scientist will be responsible for conducting indoor air investigations and will have influence on building systems, code requirements on environmental and occupant health including fuels, energy efficiency, insulation, air leakage, pollutant infiltration, and indoor air quality (IAQ). They will also have an understanding of the principles of experimental design, health effects of common indoor and outdoor air contaminants, exposure assessment, engineering principles, statistical analyses, and air quality instrumentation. The Research Scientist will prepare timely responses to public inquiries on a variety of environmental health subjects and interact with local authorities and code enforcement officials on issues related to building conditions and operations to improve air quality.

Additional Comments One full-time permanent, non-competitive appointment opportunity. Appointment level will be determined based on their qualifications of the selected candidate.

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...

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.

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

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Human Resources Management Group, MRF/RS2/16483

Telephone (518) 486-1812

Fax (518) 473-3395

Email Address Resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217 Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MRF/RS2/16483 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MRF/RS2/16483, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.