Applications to be submitted by August 16, 2024
Compensation Grade:
P14
Compensation Details:
Minimum: $51,305.00 - Maximum: $51,305.00 Annually
Department
(OPH) WADS - Wadsworth Center
About Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• 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;
• And so much more!

Job Description:
Responsibilities
Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist to work within the Wadsworth Center. The Assistant Research Scientist will join a highly interactive of team of researchers in a basic science research lab at the Wadsworth Center, studying mycobacterial gene expression, gene function, and signal transduction in experimental models. The incumbent will assist with performing experiments at the bench to grow and manipulate bacteria, using state-of-the-art genetic, molecular biology, and genomic approaches. The incumbent will be a part of a larger research community studying the molecular biology of infectious disease.
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®!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology or a related field and one year of research experience; OR a Master's degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a molecular biology or microbiology research laboratory. Expertise in molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, gel electrophoresis, plasmid purification, RNA isolation, plasmid cloning), and/or genetic manipulation of bacteria, or computational analysis of biological datasets.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
Exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position. Therefore, the incumbent in this position may be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will not be available.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
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