Food Laboratory Specialist 1, SG-18 or Trainee (NY HELPS) - Microbiology Department
About The Position
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking a Food Laboratory Specialist 1 or Trainee to work in the Microbiology Department in Albany. The Food Laboratory Specialist 1 or Trainee receives and prepares samples for microbiological testing and analysis, following proper laboratory protocols related to handling, labeling, and storage; performs laboratory testing methods; calibrates instrumentation to establish and demonstrate appropriate conditions for a particular analysis; operates complex laboratory equipment, instrumentation and electronic data processing and computer equipment; analyzes test results and prepares summaries and reports of analyses to document findings, observations, and results; performs duties in compliance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements; and contributes towards method development, process improvement, and/or investigations into new techniques, methods, and instrumentation. The Food Laboratory Specialist 1 or Trainee is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday. The position will be based in our Food Laboratory located at 1220 Washington Ave Building 6, Albany, NY 12206.
Requirements
- A bachelor's or higher degree in analytical chemistry, animal physiology, animal science, aquatics and fisheries science, applied biology, applied nutrition and food technology, biochemistry, biology, biotechnology, chemistry, computational biology, dairy food technology, dairy production, environmental biology, environmental science, food science, genetics, global and public health sciences, human biology, health and society, inorganic chemistry, microbiology, molecular and cell biology, molecular biology, nutritional sciences, organic chemistry, plant biology, plant physiology, or plant sciences.
- One year of experience using knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, and other sciences to conduct analytical testing in support of food safety, food security, agricultural interests, and consumer interests (for Trainee 2 level).
- Two years of experience using knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, and other sciences to conduct analytical testing in support of food safety, food security, agricultural interests, and consumer interests (for Specialist 1 level).
- One year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law (for 70.1 Transfer).
- One year of permanent, competitive service in a Grade 11 title or higher (for 70.4 Transfer).
- Received a passing score on the most recent Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) Select Title examination (for 70.4 Transfer).
Nice To Haves
- Previous microbiology lab-related experience
- A degree in microbiology
Responsibilities
- Receives and prepares samples for microbiological testing and analysis, following proper laboratory protocols related to handling, labeling, and storage
- Performs laboratory testing methods
- Calibrates instrumentation to establish and demonstrate appropriate conditions for a particular analysis
- Operates complex laboratory equipment, instrumentation and electronic data processing and computer equipment
- Analyzes test results and prepares summaries and reports of analyses to document findings, observations, and results
- Performs duties in compliance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements
- Contributes towards method development, process improvement, and/or investigations into new techniques, methods, and instrumentation
Benefits
- Cost-effective health insurance options
- Fully covered dental and vision care
- Participation in the secure New York State Pension Plan
- Ample paid time off (5 personal days, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays in the first year)
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Flex Spending Account
- NY's 529 College Savings Program
- Potential eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
