Employment Opportunities

Research Affiliate I (Post Doctoral) JR-0002327

Applications due 10/2/26

The Research Affiliate I will offer a stimulating opportunity for an ambitious individual to advance their post-doctoral research skills through research training in molecular microbiology and pathogenesis of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) in a mouse model of infection. This will entail working with guidance by the Principal Investigator with increasing independence to design and execute experiments. The incumbent will be involved in experiments that deploy techniques of molecular genetics, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, and cell biology, specifically within the framework of a mouse model of Mtb infection. The duties of the Research Affiliate I will include the extensive handling of mice, infecting mice with Mtb, performing intrapulmonary delivery of drugs in Mtb-infected mice, and analyzing lung pathology of these mice. In this mentored position, the incumbent will manage the daily operation of the laboratory animal program that includes writing IACUC protocols, participating in routine Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)-related meetings, managing mouse breeding, and assisting with routine husbandry.

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®!

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Assistant Research Scientist Nuclear Chemistry Laboratory JR-0002330

Applications due 10/5/26

Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist to join the collaborative, research-driven team at the Nuclear Chemistry Laboratory within the Division of Environmental Health Sciences, Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health. The incumbent will assist in a broad range of research and analysis activities. This individual will support high-quality research in radiological analysis of food, contributing to scientific discovery, operational excellence, and the advancement of radiochemistry method development. The primary function of this position includes assisting with method development, proficiency testing, and multi-laboratory studies.

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®!

Office Assistant 2 (NY HELPS) Fiscal and Procurement Administration Vacancy ID 225607

Applications due 10/8/26

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.

Research Scientist I Bacteriology Laboratory JR-0002322

Applications due 9/30/26

Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Research Scientist I to work within the Bacteriology Laboratory at the Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health. The incumbent will contribute to bacterial disease clinical testing and surveillance through the development and utilization of cutting-edge technologies. This work will include the utilization of conventional and molecular methods. The incumbent will accession specimens and perform bacterial culture on aerobic and anaerobic organisms as well as antimicrobial susceptibility testing.  An array of bacteria will be worked on including those of public health importance and are antimicrobial resistant, vaccine preventable, sexually transmitted, as well as other emerging bacterial pathogens.

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®!