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Agency Health, Department of

Title Research Scientist 2 (Molecular Biology) - 14359

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade 22

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

Salary Range From $82326 to $104230 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Wadsworth Center/Scientific Cores

120 New Scotland Avenue

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12208

Duties Description Participates in all aspects of sequencing, including Sanger sequencing, clinical amplicon-based sequencing for newborn screening, and whole-genome sequencing of bacteria, viruses, and other microbial organisms in the Advanced Genomic Technologies Cluster (AGTC) laboratories. Responsibilities include Sanger sample preparation, library preparation, quality control, operation and maintenance of sequencing and other laboratory equipment, laboratory inventory, and monitoring of sequencing data quality. Identifies and troubleshoots technical issues with assays and equipment. Performs supervisory review of results. Additionally, the Research Scientist plans and performs studies to implement next-generation sequencing in new diagnostic tests or in the development or evaluation of novel methods.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in natural sciences and three years of post-degree professional research experience in the appropriate field; or a Master's degree in the appropriate field and two years of such experience; or a doctorate in the appropriate field.Preferred Qualifications: Experience with DNA amplification, DNA sequencing including Sanger and next-generation sequencing, and working with liquid handling instruments. Experience developing and documenting laboratory procedures and familiarity with quality control standards for diagnostic laboratories. Experience/ability to work in a routine clinical testing environment.

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-493.1489Dependent 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...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. 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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Name Human Resources Management Group, MPP/RS2/14359

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street RM 2217, Corning Tower Building, ESP

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to [email protected], with Reference MPP/RS2/14359 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MPP/RS2/14359, 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 June 9, 2025.