Review Vacancy
TitleResearch Scientist 2 - 14031
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $75340 to $95392 Annually
Street Address Division of Laboratory Quality Certification/ Environmental Laboratory Approval Program
Corning Tower Building, ESP
Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences and three years of post-degree professional research experience in an appropriate field.
Substitutions: master’s degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience, and Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Federal and State environmental laboratory methods, standards, quality assurance, audits, and applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to US EPA methods; ISO 17025; the NELAC Institute 2003, 2009, and 2016 standard; Clean Water Act; Safe Drinking Water Act; Subpart 55-2; ELAP certification manual; and 40 CFR 136 and 141. Ability to apply knowledge from laboratory settings to regulatory enforcement and compliance activities. Ability to work independently as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
Duties Description The Environmental Laboratory Approval Program (ELAP) is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of testing of NYS environmental samples performed by approximately 500 laboratories. Laboratories are certified by ELAP to perform testing n fields including air/emissions, drinking water, non-potable water and solid waste/soils. To be accredited, laboratories must demonstrate acceptable performance through proficiency testing (PT). The incumbent will serve as the program’s technical specialist and is responsible for communication with laboratories and outside entities, reviewing PT reports and raw data, making required or requested accreditation changes, following and assisting with revisions to Standard Operating Procedures, and review of analytical reports to ensure regulatory and method requirements. The person selected for the position will also respond to technical questions from laboratories and serve as the program’s expert in environmental PT and data management.
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.
Name Human Resources Management Group, EGB/22707/RS1-RS2/EPI-BSDS
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street RM 2217, Corning Tower Building, ESP
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference NMH/RS2/14301 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/RS2/14301, 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