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Health Research, Inc. Program Research Specialist II in Syracuse, New York
Applications to be submitted by June 13, 2024
Compensation Grade:
Compensation Details:
Minimum: $63,887.00 - Maximum: $63,887.00 AnnuallyDepartment
(OPH) CEH - Center for Environmental HealthAbout Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
Health, dental and vision insurance -Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
Flexible benefit accounts -Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
Generous paid time off -Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
Tuition support -Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
Retirement Benefits -HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
Employee Assistance Program -Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
And so much more!
Job Description:
Responsibilities
The Program Research Specialist II (PRSII) will join a team of public health professionals in the Center for Environmental Health's Wastewater Surveillance program. The PRSII will provide programmatic support for environmental surveillance activities, including the statewide COVID-19 wastewater-based epidemiology program. The PRSII will be responsible for providing technical support for data collection and database management and performing data quality control activities. In addition, the PRSII will coordinate the collection of environmental samples and delivery to laboratories, and coordinate with CDC and state health department staff on data reporting and interpretation. The PRSII will also coordinate with regional program representatives and local, regional, and federal scientists/ collaborators around sewershed surveillance, prepare/edit written reports and make recommendations from data gathered to evaluate the impact on communities by considering clinical and environmental data. Other appropriate related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of research experience in the collection and analysis of data; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and four years of such experience; OR six years of such experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of such experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree in a related field. Knowledge of microbiology; epidemiological investigations; environmental sampling and surveillance; and control of infectious and chronic diseases. Experience with project coordination, study protocols development emergency response activities, electronic data collection, database management and preparing reports. Experience performing epidemiology literature and data reviews and summarizing scientific literature. Experience in coordinating multidisciplinary projects and/or working with collaborators and staff remotely. Knowledge of wastewater surveillance for effects on human health. Knowledge of ArcGIS software, R programing. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel, up to 25% of the time, will be required.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
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Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly