Review Vacancy
TitleResearch Scientist 4 - 12458
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $97826 to $120492 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications G27 - Bachelor's degree in a Natural Science and five years of professional post-degree research experience in the appropriate field; or a Master's Degree and four years of such experience; or a doctorate in the appropriate field and two years of such experience.
Preferred Qualifications: A doctorate and relevant postdoctoral research experience is preferred.
Duties Description "The Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health, is seeking an outstanding scientist at the Assistant Professor level to establish a competitive, extramurally funded research program in the areas of immunology and infectious diseases. Of particular interest are investigators in tick-borne disease research who will contribute to the Wadsworth Center’s efforts to develop improved diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines against Lyme disease, Powassan virus, and other infectious agents.
The Wadsworth Center is the most comprehensive state public health laboratory in the country. Located in Albany, the Center provides a dynamic research atmosphere focused on infectious, genetic, and environmental diseases and their impact on human health. The incumbent will join a vibrant group of research scientists, clinical investigators, and epidemiologists that participate in the Center’s Zoonotic and Vector-borne Diseases research focus area. Established research programs include immune evasion and pathogenesis of Lyme disease causing spirochetes, host and vector factors that determine competence of arboviruses, antibody-mediated protection against infectious agents, and population genetics of Anopheles. Complementary Wadsworth Center research activities can be found at www.wadsworth.org."
Additional Comments “Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, research plan, and the names/contact information of at least three references, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference NMH/RS4/12458 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/RS4/12458, 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 the position is filled.”
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.
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; NMH/RS4/12458
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza,
Notes on Applying “Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, research plan, and the names/contact information of at least three references, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference NMH/RS4/12458 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/RS4/12458, 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 the position is filled.”