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AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleResearch Scientist 3 (Biology) - 12393

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade25

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $96336 to $121413 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Wadsworth Center/ Director's Office

120 New Scotland Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12208

Duties Description A Research Scientist 3 is needed to serve as the Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) for the Wadsworth Center clinical laboratories that perform clinical testing at three different locations across the Capital District. Under the direction of the clinical laboratory director, the Quality Assurance Manager will ensure compliance with regulatory agencies including the NY State Clinical Laboratory Evaluation Program (CLEP), and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). In addition, the Quality Assurance Manager oversees and maintains responsibility for developing, implementing, and maintaining Quality Assurance (QA) for the Wadsworth Center’s clinical laboratories. Federal and state regulations require clinical laboratories to establish a Quality Management System, to continually assess and improve the quality of laboratory services and ensure that it is complaint with regulatory requirements. State regulations also require that we designate a quality systems manager or quality assurance officer who has the experience and authority to ensure communication, training, competency assessment and ongoing compliance monitoring with all requirements of our Quality Management System.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences and four years of post-degree professional research experience in an appropriate field; or a Master's degree and three years of such experience; or a doctorate in the appropriate field and one year of such experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or other related clinical laboratory field; recent experience as a quality assurance officer/manager in a clinical laboratory; experience in quality management systems, quality control, proficiency testing, method validation, accreditation, or quality improvement; recent work experience in a clinical laboratory; experience with state and/or federal laws and regulations pertaining to clinical testing.

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.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources Management, MPP/RS3/12393

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MPP/RS3/12393 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MPP/RS3/12393, 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. Resumes will be accepted untile May 16, 2025.