Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleResearch Scientist 3 (Analytical Chemistry) - 12660

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade25

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

Salary RangeFrom $82326 to $104230 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

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? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Wadsworth Center / Division of Environmental Health Sciences

Empire State Plaza

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Laboratory of Inorganic and Nuclear Chemistry (LINC) Environmental Trace Elements Section is a fully accredited laboratory responsible for analyzing environmental, food, and cannabis product samples for various inorganic contaminants including toxic metals, arsenic species, and lead in paint, soil, and dust wipes. A Research Scientist 3 is needed to provide technical and scientific support for the complex instrumentation used in the essential analyses which include inorganic mass spectrometry, X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, atomic emission spectrometry, and microwave-assisted sample preparation. The incumbent will also supervise section staff and manage the research and development of new methods utilizing latest technologies.

Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: Bachelor's degree in the natural sciences, AND four years of professional post-degree research experience* in the 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: A PhD in Chemistry with a focus on trace element analysis and two years of related experience; experience with trace element analysis and ICP-MS; experience with microwave-assisted digestion for trace element analysis; and experience with X-ray fluorescence.

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.

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...

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How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street RM 2217, Corning Tower Building, ESP

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/RS3/12660 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/RS3/12660, 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 December 10, 2025.