Hourly Project Assistant II (Internship)
About The Position
Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Hourly Project Assistant to work within the Division of Scientific Cores, located within the Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health. The Hourly Project Assistant II will provide assistance to and support staff that are responsible for the development of a next-generation serology assay for the diagnosis of Chagas disease, assist with quality control activities, inventory management of clinical specimens, data entry, and assist with performing multiplex microsphere immunoassays. The Hourly Project Assistant II will also assist with data analysis, data presentation, and preparation of manuscripts. Chagas disease, a Neglected Tropical Disease also known as American Trypanosomiasis is a life-long, debilitating infection caused by the protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. The US currently does not have a national screening program for Chagas disease. A better diagnostic assay for Chagas disease is needed to provide equitable healthcare for Americans and New Yorkers through access to life-saving anti-parasitic drugs, prevention of T. cruzi maternal-fetal transmission, and a safer blood and solid organ supply. This position is part of the Pathways to Public Health Internship Program and the purpose is to help strengthen career pathways to public health by bringing together students of all disciplines and academic levels with public health professionals to create a space of exploration, learning, and development. This position will last approximately 10 weeks from 9/14/2026 to 11/27/2026.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in, or have completed, a degree, certificate, or training program in a related field.
- Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) to prepare documents, organize information, analyze data, or develop presentations.
- Experience with pipetting, making solutions, aseptic technique
- Demonstrated understanding of biological and chemical safety.
- Experience analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing complex datasets
- Experience with spreadsheets, computational data analysis, and instrument control software.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance to and support staff responsible for the development of a next-generation serology assay for the diagnosis of Chagas disease.
- Assist with quality control activities.
- Inventory management of clinical specimens.
- Data entry.
- Assist with performing multiplex microsphere immunoassays.
- Assist with data analysis, data presentation, and preparation of manuscripts.
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 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
- 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.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
