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The Research Scientist 3 will serve as the Quality Assurance Officer (QAO) for the Division of Environmental Health Sciences (DEHS), focusing on technical review. This role is responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System across DEHS public health laboratories supporting environmental, food, and cannabis testing, as well as the manufacture and validation of proficiency tests. DEHS supports seven accredited programs across multiple disciplines, including chemistry, microbiology, and asbestos, covering over 75 analytical methods and 500+ parameters.
Job Responsibility:
Serve as the Quality Assurance Officer (QAO) for the Division of Environmental Health Sciences (DEHS), focusing on technical review
Responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System across DEHS public health laboratories supporting environmental, food, and cannabis testing, as well as the manufacture and validation of proficiency tests
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences and four years of post-degree professional research experience in an appropriate field
Experience in an accredited/regulated laboratory setting, preferably environmental and/or cannabis
Proficiency in the implementation of National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program, NYS Office of Cannabis Management, and ISO 17025 requirements including implementation of Quality Management Systems
Experienced with generation and review of analytical methods and validation plans for environmental and cannabis chemistry laboratories
Experienced in the review of large analytical data sets to ensure compliance with applicable requirements
Proficient in Microsoft applications and experience using laboratory information management system (LIMS)
Proven ability to write effectively and speak publicly including leading meetings, providing trainings, and preparing and delivering presentations
Nice to have:
Master’s degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience
Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience
What we offer:
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