Overview
Responsibilities
Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Research Scientist I to work within the Bacteriology Laboratory at the Wadsworth Center. The incumbent will contribute to bacterial disease wastewater surveillance through the development and utilization of cutting-edge technologies. This work will include contributing to the comparison and evaluation of wastewater processing methods and contributing to the development of digital PCR and metagenomic methods to provide new approaches to improve this surveillance testing. An array of bacteria of public health importance will be studied including those that are antimicrobial resistant vaccine preventable, sexually transmitted as well as other bacterial pathogens. This work will explore the correlation of wastewater testing to prediction of bacterial disease and antimicrobial resistance through comparison with other surveillance methods and clinical data. The goal is the evaluation of wastewater testing for improving public health surveillance in the community and healthcare facilities.
This position will be part of a dynamic team serving the Wadsworth Center’s mission in the New York State Department of Health’s efforts to protect and promote the health of New York’s citizens. Come be a part of Science in the Pursuit of Health®!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology and two years of research experience; OR a master’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology and one year of research experience. Degrees must be from an accredited institution.
This position will require the incumbent will meet all Federal requirements for staff who perform clinical testing, including the educational requirements. These requirements can be found here: https://hri.box.com/s/v6shwh9z0w05glegrv3fofxzxt4co8nz.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in molecular biology or microbiology, as well as performing real-time PCR, digital PCR and DNA sequencing on clinical specimens or environmental samples. Demonstrated, strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience analyzing data, preparing data summaries, performing literature reviews, and writing scientific papers.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
This position will require the incumbent will meet all Federal requirements for staff who perform clinical testing, including the educational requirements. These requirements can be found here: https://hri.box.com/s/v6shwh9z0w05glegrv3fofxzxt4co8nz
Travel, up to 10% of the time, may be required.
The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting may be available on a very limited basis.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
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About Health Research, Inc.
Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
Health, dental and vision insurance – Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from; Flexible benefit accounts – Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit; Generous paid time off – Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave; Tuition support – Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities; Retirement Benefits – HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses; Employee Assistance Program – Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally; And so much more!
About Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
