Assistant Research Scientist

Health Research, Inc. • Albany, NY

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist to work within the Wadsworth Center’s New York’s Newborn Screening Program, which is a partner in the federally funded “ScreenPlus” project. ScreenPlus (https://www.einsteinmed.edu/research/screenplus/screening/) is an internationally recognized, comprehensive, flexible, consented multi-disorder newborn screening program. This pilot study will screen for diseases that are being evaluated and may be added to the federally recommended uniform screening panel (RUSP). In this Assistant Research Scientist position, the incumbent will join a team that includes physicians, scientists, an ethicist, and others who are experts in the field of newborn screening. The incumbent will play an active support role in preparing pilot study samples for testing, which uses state-of-the-art liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry methods to screen for multiple conditions. The incumbent will also support each step of the screening workflow: mail opening, sample retrieval, filter card punching, operating tandem mass spectrometry instruments, data analysis, and reporting. Additionally, the incumbent will communicate with participating Pilot study hospital coordinators and sponsors throughout New York State to ensure study compliance. The primary mission of the New York State Newborn Screening Program is to rapidly identify newborns with health conditions so that they may receive timely evaluation and treatment https://www.wadsworth.org/programs/newborn. 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®!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical, or medical laboratory science, or medical technology, and one year of research experience; OR a Master’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical, or medical laboratory science, or medical technology.
• Degrees must be from an accredited institution.
• This position will require the incumbent to meet all Federal requirements for staff who perform clinical testing, including the educational requirements.
• 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.
• This position is fully onsite and does not allow telecommuting.
• The incumbent in this position will be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or course work in clinical laboratory testing
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Accurate and thorough record keeping skills
• Previous experience with high-volume testing
• Experience with automated liquid handling and mass spectrometry
• Tandem mass spectrometry

Responsibilities

• Preparing pilot study samples for testing, which uses state-of-the-art liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry methods to screen for multiple conditions.
• Support each step of the screening workflow: mail opening, sample retrieval, filter card punching, operating tandem mass spectrometry instruments, data analysis, and reporting.
• Communicate with participating Pilot study hospital coordinators and sponsors throughout New York State to ensure study compliance.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level