Research Scientist I

Health Research, Inc. • Albany, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Scientist I will be responsible for the analysis of ultra-trace levels of organic chemicals in human and environmental specimens including sample preparation, extraction, instrumental analysis, data analysis, and preparation of data reports. The incumbent will also be responsible for contributing toward the development and validation of high-resolution mass spectrometric methods for the analysis of ultra-trace levels of organic chemicals in human and environmental specimens. The incumbent will also be responsible for maintenance of LC-MS/MS and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) instruments. Other appropriate related duties. 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 related field and two years of research experience; OR a master’s degree in a related field and one year of research experience.
• 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.
• Travel, up to 10% of the time, will be required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in method development and analysis of a multiclass of environmental chemicals comprising of plasticizers, environmental phenols, and pesticides through a single extraction and LC-MS/MS analysis in human biological specimens.
• Experience in method development and analysis of biomass burning tracers in urine to assess human exposure to forest fire smoke by LC-MS/MS.
• Experience in measuring single class organic environmental chemicals such as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), organophosphate ester (OPE) flame retardants and plasticizers (OPFR), oxidative stress biomarkers, pesticides, plasticizers, environmental phenols, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), tobacco metabolites, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in human biological specimens.
• Experience in human biomonitoring research projects.
• Experience in participating in proficiency testing programs.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of ultra-trace levels of organic chemicals in human and environmental specimens including sample preparation, extraction, instrumental analysis, data analysis, and preparation of data reports.
• Contributing toward the development and validation of high-resolution mass spectrometric methods for the analysis of ultra-trace levels of organic chemicals in human and environmental specimens.
• Maintenance of LC-MS/MS and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) instruments.
• 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