Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/11/22
Applications Due: 08/01/22
Vacancy ID: 104693
Position Information
AgencyHealth, Department of
TitleAssistant Research Scientist - 14650
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Salary Grade14
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $49202 to $62806 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 8:30 AM
To 4:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address Wadsworth Center, David Axelrod Institute
120 New Scotland Ave
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12208
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: bachelor’s 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.
Preferred Qualification: Bachelors degree in biology, chemistry or related science degree.
Duties Description The Assistant Research Scientist will provide clinical case follow-up; communicate with external stakeholders regarding abnormal screen results; document incoming correspondence and manage cases appropriately based on new information received; perform case follow-up for cases with abnormal results and/or poor quality specimens; close cases with appropriate outcomes; review clinical outcome data for accuracy and completeness; and analyze clinical outcome data to contribute to refinement of test algorithms. Additionally, the Assistant Research Scientist will prepare outgoing mail correspondence; answer phone calls to Newborn Screening call center; and respond to email inquiries from parents and medical staff.
Additional Comments Free parking at the David Axelrod Institute.
This position requires proof of vaccination from COVID-19
"Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA
• Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.. "
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Contact Information
Name Human Resources Management Group - NMH/ARS/14650
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, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference NMH/ARS/14650 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/ARS/14650, 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.
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