Research Scientist I

Health Research Incorporated • Albany, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Research Scientist I to work within the Bureau of Viral Replication and Vector Biology, Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health. The incumbent will support multiple investigators carrying out cutting-edge grant funded studies investigating vector biology and vector-borne virus transmission. The Research Scientist I will be responsible for the maintenance of state-of-the-art insectary laboratories, including high-containment laboratories, and the arthropods housed in these facilities. The incumbent will additionally perform experimental infections in live vectors, and both processing and testing of experimental and field-derived samples. 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 chemical, biological, or physical sciences and two years of research experience; OR a master's degree in chemical, biological, or physical sciences 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.
• The incumbent in this position will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to a Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPRs).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, or physical sciences and at least three years of research experience.
• Academic and/or work experience in vector biology.
• Experience working with arthropods including mosquitoes and ticks.
• Experience with virology.
• Experience in molecular biology techniques, including but not limited to pathogen quantification via classical and/or molecular techniques.
• Experience with field studies or collections.
• Experience working with infectious agents, including both BSL-2 and BSL-3 pathogens.
• Experience troubleshooting and coordinating laboratory maintenance and repairs.
• Experience using statistical analysis software including but not limited to GraphPad Prism and R.
• Experience writing SOPs and maintaining organized lab records/inventory.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of state-of-the-art insectary laboratories, including high-containment laboratories, and the arthropods housed in these facilities.
• Perform experimental infections in live vectors.
• Processing and testing of experimental and field-derived samples.

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 - 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