Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.
The Division of Disease Control's mission is to safeguard the health of New Yorkers through identification, surveillance, treatment, control, and prevention of infectious diseases, which is achieved through varied and interrelated endeavors of its seven Bureaus. The NYC Public Health Laboratory (PHL) is one of the largest local public health laboratories in the United States where employees contribute to the health and safety of NYC residents by providing clinical and environmental laboratory testing services. PHL is committed to its mission to safeguard the health of all NYC residents by providing quality laboratory testing services that support the priorities of DOHMH and its community partners to prevent and respond to clinical and environmental public health concerns. The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Bureau of Public Health Laboratory, seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Coordinator of Validation and Verification.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Functions as the coordinator of validations/verification.
Coordinates activities for the verification/validation of new assays with the different sections and units at the NYC PHL.
Assists in coordinating the research efforts of the agency with research projects in other agencies or institutions (e.g. Wadsworth Center, CDC). Studies and evaluates literature for the implementation of new assays in the laboratory. Writes papers on research results or findings for publication. Participates in the implementation of the assays to provide a rapid laboratory response to biological threats and maintain LRN-B laboratory capacity.
Is a subject matter expert in microbiological and molecular testing techniques for emerging pathogens to provide a rapid laboratory response to biological threats.
Support maintaining LRN-B laboratory capacity.
Assists in the coordination of an emergency response and the analytical testing of specimens during surge events.
Why you should work for us:
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
NOTE: Probationary Period Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
New York City residency is generally 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. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.
Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.
The Division of Disease Control's mission is to safeguard the health of New Yorkers through identification, surveillance, treatment, control, and prevention of infectious diseases, which is achieved through varied and interrelated endeavors of its seven Bureaus. The NYC Public Health Laboratory (PHL) is one of the largest local public health laboratories in the United States where employees contribute to the health and safety of NYC residents by providing clinical and environmental laboratory testing services. PHL is committed to its mission to safeguard the health of all NYC residents by providing quality laboratory testing services that support the priorities of DOHMH and its community partners to prevent and respond to clinical and environmental public health concerns. The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Bureau of Public Health Laboratory, seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Coordinator of Validation and Verification.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Functions as the coordinator of validations/verification.
Coordinates activities for the verification/validation of new assays with the different sections and units at the NYC PHL.
Assists in coordinating the research efforts of the agency with research projects in other agencies or institutions (e.g. Wadsworth Center, CDC). Studies and evaluates literature for the implementation of new assays in the laboratory. Writes papers on research results or findings for publication. Participates in the implementation of the assays to provide a rapid laboratory response to biological threats and maintain LRN-B laboratory capacity.
Is a subject matter expert in microbiological and molecular testing techniques for emerging pathogens to provide a rapid laboratory response to biological threats.
Support maintaining LRN-B laboratory capacity.
Assists in the coordination of an emergency response and the analytical testing of specimens during surge events.
Why you should work for us:
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
NOTE: Probationary Period Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.
New York City residency is generally 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. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.