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AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleAssistant Research Scientist or Research Scientist 1 (Clinical Genetics) - 14638

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Division of Genetics / Newborn Screening Program

David Axelrod Institute, 120 New Scotland Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12208

Duties Description Under the direction of higher-level Research Scientist, the Assistant Research Scientist or Research Scientist 1 will work in the Newborn Screening Program’s Tandem Mass Spectrometry (MS/MS) laboratory. The incumbent’s primary task will be focused on learning sample processing and testing for the primary screening tests within the MS/MS laboratories. The incumbent will also learn the sample evaluation and sample handling processes as well as the screening tests for galactosemia and Biotinidase.

Minimum Qualifications Assistant Research Scientist (G14): Bachelor’s or higher degree in the natural sciences and one year of professional research experience* in an appropriate field.

*Substitution: 30 graduate hours leading to an advanced degree in an appropriate field may be substituted for the required experience.

Research Scientist 1 (G18): Bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences and two years of professional research experience** in an 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.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of biochemistry and genetics. Mass Spec or other analytical testing experience. Strong skills with excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Comments This position will require the incumbent 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. Dependent upon the initial assignment or subsequent reassignment of this position satisfactory background checks may be required. Permanent, non-competitive, fulltime. Since exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position, the selected candidate will be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment. Work hours may be variable. Some travel may be required.

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 (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.

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Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street ESP - Corning Tower

Room 2217

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 NMH/ARS/RS1/14638 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/ARS/RS1/14638, 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. Resumes will be accepted until November 14, 2025.