Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleResearch Laboratory Technical Assistant - 11009

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

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 7:30 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Wadsworth Center - Division of Laboratory Operations

David Axelrod Institute

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be high school graduates and have eight years of progressively responsible technical scientific experience in a laboratory setting. College education may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to two years of the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications;

Ten years of experience as a Principal Laboratory Animal Caretaker working for a New York State entity.

Duties Description The Research Lab Technical Assistant performs and instructs Principal Investigators and their subordinate staff/students in the performance of clinical lab techniques such as general anesthesia, blood collection, and pathogen/experimental substance administration; collaborates with scientific research staff and assists them in performing and/or refining experimental techniques, treatments, and/or procedures; directs subordinate staff in the feeding and watering of animals; maintain and direct the maintenance and safe operation of complex scientific laboratory equipment, such as biosafety cabinets, rapid readout biological indicator (RRBI) readers, CO2 chambers, isoflurane anesthesia machines, autoclaves, rack washers, ventilated racks, dump stations, and cage changing stations; and observe the progress of lab animal experiments and record results and aiding Investigators’ staff in conducting proper assessments and record keeping.

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.

"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.. "

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Human Resources Management Group, NMH/RLTA/11009/WC

Telephone 518 486-1812

Fax 518 473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street RM 2217, Corning Tower, ESP

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/RLTA/11009/WC included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/RLTA/11009/WC, 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 July 8, 2022.