Research Scientist I

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Responsibilities

The Research Scientist I will join a research laboratory dedicated to the molecular mechanisms of regulation of drug resistance in mycobacteria. The incumbent will work under the guidance and mentorship of the Principal Investigator and be responsible to contribute to establishing new experimental approaches towards understanding the mechanisms of drug resistance. Core responsibilities of the position include planning and performing experiments, providing student training and performing lab management activities, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and presenting findings at conferences and internal meetings.

More information about research projects can be found here: https://www.wadsworth.org/research/laboratories/ghosh-laboratory/research-projects.

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!

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of research experience; OR a Master's degree in a related field and one year of research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in mycobacterial research and high-throughput genomic technologies such as ChIPseq, RNAseq etc. Documented research experience in molecular biology and/or microbiology with documented scientific publications.

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

Travel, up to 10% of the time, will be required.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting will not be available.

Exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position. Therefore, the incumbent in this position may be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

HRI embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. This is reflected in our affirmative action equal employment opportunity policy.

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Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRIplays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.