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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Public Health, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Statistics/Biostatistics, Biomedical Science, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, or a related degree AND three years of post-degree professional research experience in an appropriate field, or a Master’s degree in the appropriate field and two years of such experience; or a doctorate in the appropriate field.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of genetics and understanding of clinical testing at the bench level. Experience with databases, SQL and laboratory information management systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Duties Description
Under the direction of a Research Scientist 6, the incumbent will provide oversight, critical analysis and research of Newborn Screening (NBS) testing algorithms and laboratory data to ensure the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is operating accurately and efficiently. Activities will include improving screening algorithms, optimizing methodologies and developing new testing algorithms based on data analytics. The incumbent will also manage the transmission, receipt, and processing of hospital-provided infant demographic data, along with the development and implementation of the next phase of HL7 messaging, with the end goal of quality improvement and reduced turn-around-times.
Additional Comments
Permanent, non-competitive, full time. Since exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position, the selected candidate will be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment. Work hours may be variable. Some travel may be required.
This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
Shift & Geographic pay differentials
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
And many more…
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. 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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