Hourly Laboratory Technician

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Responsibilities

Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Hourly Laboratory Technician to work within the Wadsworth Center's Mycology Laboratory. The Hourly Laboratory Technician will assist with routine laboratory maintenance tasks. Responsibilities will include organizing residual archived samples, aliquoting various reagents, and maintaining the organization of laboratory reagents and supplies. In addition to supporting daily lab operations, the hourly will contribute to the updating of existing Laboratory Developed Tests (LDTs). This work will involve performing internal validation runs, drafting validation reports, and revising current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This position will provide a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical mycology, laboratory quality systems, and molecular diagnostic test validation within a public health laboratory setting.

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

Currently pursuing a college degree in a relevant field of study.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a laboratory setting.

Conditions of Employment

Hourly, grant funded position expected to last through 8/29/2025. 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.

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.

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About Health Research, Inc.

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.