Research Scientist 3 (Biology)
About the position
Responsibilities
• Oversee and coordinate wildlife health-related research and initiatives.
• Serve as the principal point of contact for wildlife health research with academic and state agencies.
• Lead the development of a One Health Environmental Research Laboratory and Training Center.
• Advise on emerging wildlife diseases and provide policy support to DEC and partners.
• Supervise the Wildlife Health Program, including grants, contracts, and budgets.
• Manage the Wildlife Resources Center and ensure lab safety and productivity.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, veterinary science, or related field and four years of professional experience in a relevant scientific field.
• Supervisory experience and documented training in management.
• Strong knowledge of wildlife diseases, anatomy, physiology, and forensics.
• Experience with biological tissue preparation and laboratory quality assurance practices.
• Computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Experience in scientific research design and data collection.
Nice-to-haves
• Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant field for additional experience substitution.
• Knowledge of field biology data collection methods.
• Public speaking skills and experience in scientific publication.
Benefits
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
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Responsibilities
• Oversee and coordinate wildlife health-related research and initiatives.
• Serve as the principal point of contact for wildlife health research with academic and state agencies.
• Lead the development of a One Health Environmental Research Laboratory and Training Center.
• Advise on emerging wildlife diseases and provide policy support to DEC and partners.
• Supervise the Wildlife Health Program, including grants, contracts, and budgets.
• Manage the Wildlife Resources Center and ensure lab safety and productivity.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, veterinary science, or related field and four years of professional experience in a relevant scientific field.
• Supervisory experience and documented training in management.
• Strong knowledge of wildlife diseases, anatomy, physiology, and forensics.
• Experience with biological tissue preparation and laboratory quality assurance practices.
• Computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Experience in scientific research design and data collection.
Nice-to-haves
• Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant field for additional experience substitution.
• Knowledge of field biology data collection methods.
• Public speaking skills and experience in scientific publication.
Benefits
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
Apply Now
Apply Now