Review Vacancy
TitleAssistant Research Scientist - 14697
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $50678 to $64693 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: bachelor’s degree and one year of post-degree 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.
Preferred Qualifications: Genetic background with clinical genetic counseling experience preferred as well as knowledge of current genetic testing methods, and ability to analyze data. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Duties Description Under the supervision of a Research Scientist, the Assistant Research Scientist will serve an integral role within the Newborn Screening Program Follow-up Unit by performing the critical work of reporting abnormal test results, confirming that the clinicians involved in each case follow-up appropriately and in a timely manner, and that the newborns, who screened positive, receive a diagnosis and receive treatment, if needed.
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...
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/ARS/14697
Email Address Resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Room 2217 Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
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 MPP/ARS/14697 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MPP/ARS/14697, 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 April 5, 2024.