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Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA. The Research Scientist 4 will provide programmatic oversight of the administration and operation of the Newborn Screening Program.. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a Natural Science and five years of professional post-degree research experience in the appropriate field; or a Master's Degree and four years of such experience; or a Doctorate in the appropriate field and two years of such experience.. Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or similar; Board Certified / Eligible (American Board of Medical Genetics) and/or holder of a NYS Certificate of Qualification in Genetic Testing.. Testing and experience in a clinical genetics laboratory.

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Wadsworth Center, NYS Department of Health Wadsworth Center 120 New Scotland Avenue Albany , NY 12208 United States $97,826 to $120,492 "Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including: Holiday & Paid Time Off Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development Health Care Benefits Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost Additional Benefits New York State Employees Retirement System (ERS) Membership NYS Deferred Compensation Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) And many more.. " Job Description The Research Scientist 4 will provide programmatic oversight of the administration and operation of the Newborn Screening Program. This position will ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and develop plans for continuous quality improvement based on data and program priorities. The candidate will ensure accurate result reporting, implement screening for new conditions (test development, and validation), explore new testing technologies, seek extramural funding and write manuscripts. The candidate will also perform some regulatory functions for the Genetic Testing Section, including review of Certificate of Qualification applications, external biochemical genetics validation packages and applications for restricted permits. Additional Comments: Dependent upon the initial assignment or subsequent reassignment of this position satisfactory background checks may be required. Additionally, exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position; the selected candidate may be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment, and may undergo pre-employment and/or periodic health evaluations and receive specific immunizations. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a Natural Science and five years of professional post-degree research experience in the appropriate field; or a Master's Degree and four years of such experience; or a Doctorate in the appropriate field and two years of such experience. Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or similar; Board Certified / Eligible (American Board of Medical Genetics) and/or holder of a NYS Certificate of Qualification in Genetic Testing. Testing and experience in a clinical genetics laboratory. How to Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov , with Reference 14663 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, 14663, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position. Science Careers writes that graduate students in the US and Canada are pushing for better wages. A poll finds that more than quarter of women in academia think they were not promoted because of their gender, according to the Chronicle of Higher Education. Nature News reports that university employees in the UK went on strike this week to protest pension cuts and more. Inside Higher Ed reports that after years of negotiation, Columbia University and student-workers there have reached a contract agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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