Associate Chemist II, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory

2 months ago


New York, New York, United States City of New York Full time
Job Title: Associate Chemist II, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory

We are seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our team as Associate Chemist II in the Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory. As a key member of our laboratory team, you will be responsible for performing chemical and biological testing of NYC's wastewater as part of our wastewater surveillance program.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist lab supervisors with routine laboratory operations and administrative tasks.
  • Perform high and moderate complexity laboratory testing and procedures on clinical and environmental specimens submitted to the PHL.
  • Use manual and automated methods and specialized instrumentation within the BSL-2 laboratory and high containment laboratory (BSL-3).
  • Participate in cross-training program within PHL to assist with routine and surge events.
  • Help establish or modify technical and non-technical procedures as needed.
  • Generate and release reports, maintain records, and perform tasks related to laboratory testing.
  • Maintain a program of quality control, participating in a program of quality assurance, and taking corrective action when needed.
  • Prioritize, schedule, assign, and monitor work to optimize operational service.
  • Ensure all regulatory and safety standards are followed and serves as a resource for accreditation compliance.
  • Manage laboratory purchase of inventory, storage, and supplies usage.
  • Assist the Unit Chief and/or Director with laboratory activities and operations.
Requirements:
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 16 semester credits in chemistry and 8 semester credits in any one or a combination of the following areas: chemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, environmental science, forensic science, or other natural science.
  • A valid License as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist issued by the New York State Education Department.
  • At least two years of fulltime satisfactory experience performing chemical or physical analyses in a laboratory.
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience in a clinical or environmental diagnostic testing laboratory.
Residency Requirement:

New York City residency is required within 90 days of appointment. However, city employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for public health, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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