Description

Research Scientist 5: Tandem Mass Spectrometry Laboratory Director in the Newborn Screening Program

Division of Genetics

The Wadsworth Center, the nation’s premier state public health research laboratory, is recruiting for a Tandem Mass Spectrometry Laboratory Director for the Newborn Screening Program (NBSP). The New York State NBSP (https://www.wadsworth.org/programs/newborn/screening) is one of the leading programs in the world and was the first to implement tandem mass spectrometry screening for lysosomal disorders and adrenoleukodystrophy. This position includes research to develop and validate new tests and technologies that are currently under consideration for the nationally recommended uniform screening panel. The successful applicant will provide programmatic oversight of the administration and operation of the Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, which is responsible for high-throughput screening for more than 40 metabolic disorders. This position will oversee adherence to regulatory requirements, maintenance of advanced liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) instrumentation and methods, as well as continuous quality improvement based on data and program priorities. In addition, the incumbent will ensure accurate result reporting, apply for extramural funding, and write manuscripts.  

The Wadsworth Center (www.wadsworth.org) is the country’s most comprehensive state public health laboratory with a staff of about 700, that includes over 100 doctoral level scientists. The Center includes both state-of-the art clinical testing laboratories and a dynamic research environment focused on diseases caused by genetic, infectious, and environmental agents and their impact on human health.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

A doctorate in the natural sciences and three years of professional research experience in an appropriate field: or a master’s degree in a natural science and five years of such experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related degree. American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG) Board certified or eligible in Biochemical Genetics or holder of a NYS Certificate of Qualification in Biochemical or Genetic Testing is preferred. Experience in management, LC-MS/MS and clinical or newborn screening laboratory (ies) is also preferred. 

Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, and a 1-2-page description of tandem mass spectrometry, public health clinical laboratory, and managerial expertise and a description of how the applicant would fit into a research-oriented newborn screening program. Email application materials including the names and contact information for at least three references to resume@health.ny.gov with “14669” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. 

New York State offers a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including: 13 paid holidays annually, 13 days of paid vacation leave annually, 5 days of paid personal leave annually, 13 days of paid sick leave annually, 3 days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development; Health Care Benefits: Employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs with family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost. Additional benefits include Retirement System (ERS) Membership, Deferred Compensation, Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/mvv.htm. AA/EOE