Assistant Research Scientist

Health Research Incorporated • Albany, NY

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist to work within the Wadsworth Center’s Division of Environmental Health Sciences. One of the Division’s goals is to assess human exposure to toxic chemicals (e.g., heavy metals, PFAS, pesticides, PAHs) that are present in the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the water we drink. The incumbent will support the Trace Element Laboratory’s large-scale biomonitoring studies by processing clinical samples using established protocol for (ultra-) trace levels of inorganic chemicals using techniques based on inductively coupled plasma with mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). The incumbent will be working with human samples such as blood, urine, and tissues.. The incumbent will also maintain appropriate laboratory documentation, prepare quality control samples, process data, and assist in the preparation of reports and standard operating procedures, along with other appropriate related duties. More information about the Division of Environmental Health Sciences Laboratory can be found here: https://www.wadsworth.org/programs/ehs/inorganic-analytical-chem/trace-elements https://www.wadsworth.org/research/laboratories/parsons 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 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.
• Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is 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.
• The incumbent in this position will be expected to work with select agents.
• Therefore, the incumbent in this position will be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or academic training in medical laboratory technology, chemistry, biology, or related scientific disciplines.
• Experience running analytical instrumentation.
• Work experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Process clinical samples using established protocol for (ultra-) trace levels of inorganic chemicals using techniques based on inductively coupled plasma with mass spectrometry (ICP-MS).
• Maintain appropriate laboratory documentation
• Prepare quality control samples
• Process data
• Assist in the preparation of reports and standard operating procedures
• Other appropriate related duties

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
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees