Research Scientist 5 Asbestos Laboratory Vacancy ID 155929_[5]

Applications due 5/10/24

The Wadsworth Center is seeking a Research Scientist 5 at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to lead the Asbestos Laboratory, and establish a competitive, extramurally funded research program in Medical Geology. The Asbestos Laboratory is a fully accredited laboratory within the Division of Environmental Health Sciences (DEHS) at the Wadsworth Center, where skilled staff perform analyses for asbestos and asbestos- containing materials that are hazardous to public health. The incumbent will assume scientific leadership of the Asbestos Laboratory and develop an independent research program focused on Medical Geology. This includes oversight of the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of an Analytical Electron Microscope (EM) equipped with Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Analysis, Polarized Light Microscopy and Fourier Transform Infra-Red instrumentation.

Research Scientist I JR-0000753_[6]
Applications due 5/15/24
The Research Scientist I will work within the Bacteriology Laboratory at the Wadsworth Center and contribute to community and healthcare associated investigations through the development and utilization of cutting-edge technologies.  This work will include contributing to next generation sequencing (NGS) method development to provide new approaches to improve clinical, surveillance and outbreak associated testing. An array of bacteria of public health importance will be studied including those that are antimicrobial resistant, vaccine preventable, sexually transmitted as well as other bacterial pathogens.  The ability to utilize new NGS methods to fully characterize bacteria as well as to compare genomes of cases to sources as well as direct specimen approaches without the need for culture provides many new project areas for improving public health testing. 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®!

Plant Utilities Engineer 1 (NY HELPS) Vacancy ID 157745_[7]
Applications due 5/17/24
The Plant Utilities Engineer 1 will operate, maintain and repair mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, steam, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in a safe and efficient manner. May also be responsible for supervising Plant Utilities Assistants, helpers, contractors, and tradespeople. Candidate should have the training and ability to work in confined spaces.

Plant Utilities Engineer 1 (NY HELPS) Vacancy ID 157740_[8]

Appliations due 5/17/24
The Plant Utilities Engineer 1 will operate, maintain and repair mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, steam, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in a safe and efficient manner. May also be responsible for supervising Plant Utilities Assistants, helpers, contractors, and tradespeople. Candidate should have the training and ability to work in confined spaces.

Health Program Administrator or Health Program Administrator Trainee (NY HELPS)Environmental Laboratory Approval Program Vacancy ID 157717_[9]
Applications Due 5/17/24
The Environmental Laboratory Approval Program (ELAP) was established under Section 502 of the Public Health Law and is responsible for the oversight of ~500 laboratories performing environmental analyses on NYS samples. 

The incumbent will act as a program liaison to regulated parties, assisting laboratories by applying knowledge of the program, and Federal and State laws and regulations. 

• Monitor, track, and assist with all inquiries to the program. 
• Review documents for completeness and make decisions on staff qualifications as defined in NYS regulation. 
• Draft correspondences with regulated parties and implement program improvements. 
• Collect and analyze data or information and develop reports/recommendations regarding program activities or responsibilities. 
• Issue invoices and track payments. 
• Monitor laboratory progress with annual reapplication. 
• Communicate with laboratories and assist with outstanding requirements for certification. 
• Scan and file documents, including corrective action responses and proficiency testing reports. 
• Update the program’s checklists, certification manual, website, and database. 
• Assist other program staff and perform other duties as assigned.

Director, Software Engineering JR-0000720_[10]
Applications due 5/16/24

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Director, Software Engineering, who will be dedicated to growing and sustaining technology to meet the business needs of an innovative scientific organization while promoting engineering and operational excellence. The incumbent will work within the Wadsworth Center. 

Innovative, multidisciplinary research. Complex diagnostics and novel detection methods. High-tech instrumentation and state-of-the-art laboratory services. All are components of the scientific community that is the Wadsworth Center of the New York State Department of Health.  This position will be part of a dynamic team serving the information technology needs of Wadsworth Center. Wadsworth Center serves a vital role 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 ®! 

The Director, Software Engineering will: 

• Be responsible for the direction, oversight and management of complex information technology projects and all associated activities and staff for the Software Engineering function at Wadsworth Center.  

• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction for the Software Engineering function including oversight and coordination of the software development staff and operations.  

• Direct and oversee Wadsworth Center's critical applications supporting laboratory information management systems, kit ordering and other Wadsworth core functions.  

• Lead and supervise software engineering teams through architecting, designing, building, testing, and implementing innovative services and technical solutions across our full stack.

• Be responsible for the technical roadmap for Wadsworth’s platform, as well as their team’s performance and career development.  

• Encourage innovation and implementation of new technology, and ensure scalable, secure and resilient implementations. 

• Be responsible for continuity of services and being a change agent.   

Other related duties as assigned.

Clerk II JR-0000762_[11]

Applications due 5/15/24

The Clerk II will provide clerical support to the Biggs Administrative Office which is responsible for the Director’s Office (DIR), Division of Laboratory Operations (DLO), Division of Translational Medicine (DTM), Division of Laboratory Quality Certification (DLQC) and Division of Environmental Health Sciences (DEHS) (~397 staff). The incumbent will perform clerical duties related to laboratory practices integral to the divisions’ ability to provide effective and flexible response to public health activities. Duties will include but are not limited to data entry, dissemination of reports and facilitation of personnel transactions for both current and new employees, and other administrative tasks as assigned.

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®!