The Wadsworth Center is staffed through the NYS Department of Health (DOH) and Health Research, Inc. (HRI). We encourage you to navigate to their respective pages if interested in a career at the Center. See what it's like to live and work here Open Positions Fellowships and Post-doctoral Positions Post-doctoral position in the Ojha Laboratory APHL - CDC Fellowships in Bioinformatics, Environmental Health, Infectious Disease, and Newborn Screening Scientific Core Assistant Research Scientist JR-0000648 Assistant Research Scientist JR-0000648 Applications due 4/3/24 Health Research Inc. is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist to join the Wadsworth Center’s Scientific Core. The Assistant Research Scientist will assist with performing the next generation sequencing (ngs) of new emerging pathogens in the Advanced Genomic Technologies Cluster (AGTC) and assist with all steps of the sequencing process. In addition, the incumbent will assist with performing COVID-related testing in the Media and Tissue Culture Core. Responsibilities will include the preparation of cell lines, media, and chemical reagents to be used by the laboratories of the Wadsworth Center that are performing cell culture assays for COVID-19. The incumbent will contribute to the updating and tracking of inventory needed for COVID-19-related cell culture and media preparation in the Tissue Culture Core. 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®! Division of Environmental Health Sciences Research Scientist 4 Laboratory of Organic Analytical Chemistry Vacancy ID 153717 Research Scientist 4 Laboratory of Organic Analytical Chemistry Vacancy ID 153717 Applications due 3/28/24 Under general supervision of a Research Scientist 6, the incumbent establishes, develops, supervises, researches, and manages the untargeted metabolomics research program and public health service related to that program using high resolution mass spectrometry in the Laboratory of Organic Analytical Chemistry (LOAC). Specific duties include: 1) Develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program in the area of untargeted analysis and metabolomics using high resolution mass spectrometry including Orbitrap 2)Direct and support the ongoing scientific research, investigation and the analysis of human biological specimens and participate in relevant public health programs within DEHS 3) Direct Supervision of Staff 4) Participate in School of Public Health activities Research Scientist 5 - Asbestos Laboratory Vacancy ID 154081 Research Scientist 5 Asbestos Laboratory Vacancy ID 154081 Applications due 4/3/24 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. Division of Genetics Assistant Research Scientist - Newborn Screening Program Vacancy ID 154483 Assistant Research Scientist - Newborn Screening Program Vacancy ID 154483 Applications due 4/5/24 Under the supervision of a Research Scientist, the Assistant Research Scientist will serve an integral role within the Newborn Screening Program Follow-up Unit by performing the critical work of reporting abnormal test results, confirming that the clinicians involved in each case follow-up appropriately and in a timely manner, and that the newborns, who screened positive, receive a diagnosis and receive treatment, if needed. Research Scientist 4 - Newborn Screening Program Vacancy ID 154428 Research Scientist 4 - Newborn Screening Program Vacancy ID 154428 Applications due 4/22/24 The Research Scientist 4 will provide programmatic oversight of the administration and operation of the Newborn Screening Program’s Tandem Mass Spec Disorders Laboratory. This position will ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, advance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) methods 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. Office Assistant 2 - Keyboarding (NY HELPS) - Newborn Screening Program Vacancy ID 154534 Office Assistant 2 - Keyboarding (NY HELPS) - Newborn Screening Program Vacancy ID 154534 Applications due 4/8/24 The Newborn Screening Program tests every child born in New York State for 50 congenital conditions with over 12 million test results reported annually. Babies are screened for a variety of diseases, some of which are not readily identified at birth. When left untreated in the first week or month of life, certain diseases can result in illness, intellectual disability, and in some cases, death. On average, over 1,000 specimens are tested daily by newborn screening staff. The timely reporting of these test results is critical, any delay in the performance and reporting of newborn screening test results will have an immediate impact on the health of affected babies, some of which may result in devastating health consequences, and possibly death for those seriously compromised. The incumbent will perform demographic data entry for specimens received for testing at the Wadsworth Center, Newborn Screening Program located in the David Axelrod Institute (DAI) at 120 New Scotland Avenue, Albany. There is free onsite parking. Responsibilities include: perform patient demographic data entry, document telephone interactions with providers, prepare and process various reports, letters, correspondence and documentation. Telecommuting may be considered after the training period and can be discussed during the interview. Division of Laboratory Quality Certification Health Program Administrator or Health Program Administrator Trainee (NY HELPS) - Environmental Laboratory Approval Program Vacancy ID 153801 Health Program Administrator or Health Program Administrator Trainee (NY HELPS) - Environmental Laboratory Approval Program Vacancy ID 153801 Applications due 3/28/24 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. Clinical Laboratory Consultant - Physician Office Laboratory Evaluation Program New York City (Surrounding Areas) Vacancy ID 154325 Clinical Laboratory Consultant - Physician Office Laboratory Evaluation Program New York City (Surrounding Areas) Vacancy ID 154325 Applications due 4/4/24 Clinical Laboratory Consultants (CLCs) inspect physician office laboratories (POLs) performing laboratory testing within New York State. CLCs are responsible for conducting on-site evaluations of laboratory staff qualifications and testing procedures including the evaluation of facility standard operating procedures and review of laboratory records; reporting of findings to laboratory directors and technical staff; documenting findings in descriptive narratives and laboratory evaluation reports; and determining the acceptance of a facility’s proposed remediation by reviewing the plan of correction; and performing follow up inspections and communications as required to ensure a laboratory’s compliance. CLCs are responsible for scheduling surveys based on program defined priorities and must complete a thirty hour training course upon hire, including use of the federal CMS database for documentation of inspections. Use of state databases and additional duties as assigned are required, including but not limited to attending meetings; travel to the Albany office four times per year; and travel outside of the assigned inspection region. Other Health Program Administrator/Trainee Directors Office, Fiscal and Procurement Administration (NY HELPS) Vacancy ID 153723 Health Program Administrator/Trainee Directors Office, Fiscal and Procurement Administration (NY HELPS) Vacancy ID 153723 Applications due 3/27/24 The Wadsworth Center receives $28M in funding annually. The Purchase Unit within the Wadsworth Center processes all procurements to support the public health laboratory. A Health Program Administrator is needed to grow into a senior role within the Purchase Unit. The incumbent would be expected to learn the NYS procurement rules and regulations and provide guidance to staff and programs to ensure compliance. The individual would learn all mechanisms of purchasing including SFS POs, credit card POS, Utilities, HBITS, and interagency billing processing. At the end the traineeship the incumbent will be able to guide staff and programs through the procurement process, contribute to process improvements, assist the fiscal analyst, root cause issues, and handle escalations or anomalies. Office Assistant 2 (NY HELPS) Directors Office, Fiscal and Procurement Administration Vacancy ID 153712 Office Assistant 2 (NY HELPS) Directors Office, Fiscal and Procurement Administration Vacancy ID 153712 Applications due 3/27/24 The Office Assistant 2 will be responsible for a full range of purchasing activities for the Wadsworth Center’s Purchase Unit. The Purchase Unit’s mission is to facilitate purchasing in compliance with Department of Health rules and regulations as well as NY State Finance Law. The incumbent will hold a state credit card and be responsible for all activities related to processing credit card orders. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: review purchase request for completeness and compliance of NYS Finance Laws and DOH rules and regulations; work directly with end users to resolve incomplete information and/or obtain required supporting documentation; monthly credit card reconciliations; obtaining required documentation from vendors; and inform stakeholders of purchasing policies and procedures. Clerk II JR-0000605 Clerk II JR-0000605 Applications due 3/31/24 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. Office Assistant 2 (NY HELPS) Vacancy ID 154113 Office Assistant 2 (NY HELPS) Vacancy ID 154113 Applications due 4/3/24 The Office Assistant 2 will provide administrative support to the Wadsworth Center's New Scotland Avenue (NSA) Administrative Office. NSA provides support to three divisions with over 300 staff, volunteers and students at three locations. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: processing incoming and outgoing employee paperwork, updating Wadsworth Center directory and organizational charts; answer and refer telephone calls, including calls from the public and facilities related to the Division of Infectious Diseases testing laboratories; assist with scheduling meetings, both virtual and in person, using technology such as WebEx, and Microsoft Teams as needed; maintain electronic filing and storage, operate office equipment such as printers, scanners, and copiers, arranging for repairs as needed; update tracking systems and distribute incoming mail; assist lab staff with required travel paperwork to seek appropriate approvals, process reimbursements and answer travel questions; prepare correspondence, documents and spreadsheets using various software programs; maintain supplies and equipment inventory, ordering as needed; special projects and other duties as assigned. Secretary II JR-0000609 Secretary II JR-0000609 Applications due 4/2/24 The Secretary II will provide secretarial and administrative support the Wadsworth Center's Executive Staff. This position will provide primary support to the Center‘s Associate Directors’ for Regulatory Affairs and Administration, and provide additional support for other executive staff. Responsibilities include specific Center-wide activities including support of the Executive Correspondence Function; preparing documents and obtaining information needed to prepare for meetings; preparing/submitting routine forms and reports ensuring due dates are met. The incumbent will also handle routine/redirect telephone inquiries from DOH, other State agencies and the general public; review incoming correspondence and redirect as necessary; assist with scheduling needs of executive staff and make meeting and/or travel arrangements when necessary; and ensuring urgent matters are brought to the attention of Wadsworth Center Executives or other appropriate staff. Administrative Specialist 1 or Administrative Specialist Trainee (NY HELPS) Vacancy ID 154424 Administrative Specialist 1 or Administrative Specialist Trainee (NY HELPS) Vacancy ID 154424 Applications due 4/5/24 The incumbent will provide administrative, fiscal, and programmatic support within the Wadsworth Center's New Scotland Avenue Administration office. The Administrative Specialist 1 (AS1) will be responsible for a variety of tasks including but not limited to developing and monitoring expenditure plans and budgets; reviewing complex purchase requisitions for compliance with NYS Finance Law and agency policies and appropriateness within the programs’ budget plans; facilitate tracking of purchases; monitor database and facilitate employee probation and annual evaluation reports ensuring timely completion and submission, perform personnel-related tasks including the preparation of waiver requests, position descriptions, tenure and promotion packages; provide oversight, monitor, and provide guidance and technical assistance to program staff and other appropriate related duties as assigned. Principal Software Engineer/Developer JR-0000612 Principal Software Engineer/Developer JR-0000612 Applications due 4/4/24 The Principal Software Engineer/Developer will lead technical architecture for computer application development in support of Wadsworth Center’s information systems.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. The Principal Software Engineer/Developer will be part of a dynamic team serving the information technology needs of Wadsworth Center. This position will manage and oversee technical architecture for development of applications that support the needs of laboratory users which includes providing technical expertise, guidance and visioning the design of complex critical public health applications. Specific duties will include: providing technical leadership in design; mentoring the development team on all topics of technical design development and construction; define the architecture, infrastructure, system layout, technology stack and frameworks for Wadsworth applications; understand the intrinsic dependencies of proposed solutions and ensuring performance, scalability and extensibility of design; mitigating risks with chosen technical approaches and maintain a broad evolving knowledge of information technology solutions. This position will act as a change agent, envisioning new technology application and implementing processes to promote developer adoption, as well as ensuring technical coherence of all aspects of the application development lifecycle with ultimate responsibility for the overall technical quality. Supervision of staff will be required. 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 ®! Project Aide JR-0000659 Project Aide JR-0000659 Applications due 4/9/24 The Project Aide will provide support to the Wadsworth Center's NSA Administration office. The incumbent will assist with Wadsworth's continued response to COVID-19 and other emerging pathogens by assisting with recruitments including but not limited to scheduling interviews, entering and tracking of purchase orders, maintaining supply inventory; routing incoming calls from the public to appropriate staff; drafting letters, notes, and/or memos as requested; maintaining filing systems; scheduling meetings and reserving conference rooms upon request; assisting with the tracking and processing of travel requests; updating Wadsworth directory information and organizational charts and other related duties as assigned. 12 Hourly Summer Positions - Chemist Aide Vacancy ID 154657 Seasonal, hourly employment for the summer--approximately three months. Minimum qualifications: successfully completed six college credit hours in the natural sciences (chemistry, biology or physics). Three credits MUST be in chemistry. Read full requirements/description and apply here. Applications due 5/1/24 Division of Infectious Diseases Chemist Aide Applicants will assist Diagnostic Immunology Laboratory staff with sample receiving and performance of laboratory maintenance and inventory. There may be opportunities for participation in new project development under supervisory direction. Division of Environmental Health Sciences / Environmental Proficiency Testing and Validation Unit (EPTAVU) Chemistry Production Chemist Aide (2 positions) Applicants will assist in preparation of chemistry proficiency test (PT) samples. They will collect materials, set up workstations to prepare and package PT samples. Additional duties include keeping spreadsheets up to date, assisting in sample development projects, quality control data entry, temperature verifications and document review. Division of Environmental Health Sciences / Laboratory of Inorganic Chemistry / Nuclear Chemistry Laboratory Aide Applicants will analyze environmental radionuclide contaminants in air and drinking water samples. They will also assist to compile quality control data, calibrate and prepare sample kit, characterize and discard completed samples and maintain chemical inventory. Division of Environmental Health Sciences / Laboratory of Organic Analytical Chemistry / Extraction & Accession Chemist Aide (2 positions) The applicant will assist in preparation and extraction of samples for organic chemical analyses. Aides will learn liquid-liquid extraction techniques, prepare reagents and perform general lab maintenance. They will assist in equipment calibration, sample kit preparation and chemical inventory. Division of Genetics / Newborn Screening Interested applicants will accession (retrieve, process, and archive) clinical samples, enter demographic information in a database and perform genetic/epidemiological data analysis. They will conduct routine lab maintenance, and assist with other laboratory duties, as assigned. Division of Genetics / Newborn Screening Candidates will accession (retrieve, process, and archive) clinical samples, distribute samples for testing, maintain and clean equipment and access archived samples. They will assist in various research projects pulling and analyzing data and participate in projects to improve algorithms in the Immunoassay Laboratory. Division of Genetics / Newborn Screening The candidate will enter demographics from received specimens, sort and scan this information in databases, help with reporting results and assisting in soliciting hospitals and providers for missing demographic information. Division of Infectious Diseases / Viral Replication & Vector Biology Candidates will work in the Arbovirology Laboratory to receive samples, perform routine lab maintenance and inventory reagents/samples. They may also be asked to participate in various aspects of ongoing or new projects under supervisory direction. Division of Infectious Diseases / Viral Replication & Vector Biology Candidates will work in the Diagnostic Immunology Laboratory to receive samples, perform routine lab maintenance and inventory reagents/samples. They will also be involved in serology assay development duties under supervisory direction. CORES / Advanced Genomic Technologies Cluster (ATGC) Candidates working in the Advanced Genomic Technologies Cluster (AGTC) will assist staff with projects involving next-generation sequencing including molecular biology techniques, QA/QC tasks, instrument maintenance, and general laboratory tasks. Print