Research Scientist 3 (Biology)
Posted 2025-08-15
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
About the position
The Research Scientist 3 (Biology) position at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation involves overseeing wildlife health research and initiatives, particularly focusing on the One Health model that integrates wildlife, human, and environmental health. The role includes supervising a team, coordinating research efforts, and collaborating with various state and national partners to address wildlife diseases and promote sustainable wildlife populations in New York.
Responsibilities
• Oversee and coordinate wildlife health-related research and initiatives.
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• Serve as the principal point of contact for wildlife health research with academic and state agencies.
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• Lead the development of a One Health Environmental Research Laboratory and Training Center.
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• Advise on emerging wildlife diseases and provide policy support to DEC and partners.
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• Supervise the Wildlife Health Program, including grants, contracts, and budgets.
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• 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.
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• Supervisory experience and documented training in management.
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• Strong knowledge of wildlife diseases, anatomy, physiology, and forensics.
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• Experience with biological tissue preparation and laboratory quality assurance practices.
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• 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 tot his job
The Research Scientist 3 (Biology) position at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation involves overseeing wildlife health research and initiatives, particularly focusing on the One Health model that integrates wildlife, human, and environmental health. The role includes supervising a team, coordinating research efforts, and collaborating with various state and national partners to address wildlife diseases and promote sustainable wildlife populations in New York.
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 tot his job