Agency Mental Health, Office of

　　Title Research Scientist 5, Nathan Kline Research Institute, P24283

　　Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

　　Salary Grade 31

　　Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

　　Salary Range From $123721 to $150612 Annually

　　Employment Type Full-Time

　　Appointment Type Permanent

　　Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

　　Travel Percentage 0%

　　Workweek Mon-Fri

　　Hours Per Week 40

　　Workday

　　From 6 AM

　　To 6 PM

　　Flextime allowed? No

　　Mandatory overtime? No

　　Compressed workweek allowed? No

　　Telecommuting allowed? No

　　County Rockland

　　Street Address Nathan Kline Research Institute

　　140 Old Orangeburg Road

　　City Orangeburg

　　State NY

　　Zip Code 10962

　　Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree and five years if professional research experience in the appropriate field; or a doctorate in the appropriate field and three years such experience Preferred Qualifications: Other relevant experience would include: • Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Biology, Neuroscience, or a related field.• Experience with developmental or aging model studies relevant to neurodegeneration, synaptic plasticity and cognitive behavioral studies.• Proficiency in handling biological datasets and epigenetic data.• In-depth knowledge and experience in endocannabinoids and their receptor functional studies, epigenetics, particularly in relation to alcohol use disorders.• Proficient in generating graphical output for data analysis, suitable for publication.• Demonstrated expertise in designing modern methods and tools, including prior experience with electrophysiological experiments focused on studying synaptic plasticity.• Strong skills and experience in statistical analysis.• Proven ability to plan and execute studies, securing external funding, including from NIH.• Outstanding skills in project planning, execution, and managing studies within tight timelines.• Excellent communication and organizational skills.• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

　　Duties Description • Conduct in-depth analyses of synaptic plasticity, endocannabinoid system, transcriptomic, epigenetic, proteomic, and other studies in both healthy and disease states.• Execute rigorous and reproducible data analyses, presenting findings through clear graphics and comprehensive spreadsheet outputs.• Demonstrate autonomy by developing and leading projects involving diverse data analysis tasks.• Identify and troubleshoot technical challenges while formulating novel hypotheses to guide future funding opportunities.• Specialize in developing and analyzing endocannabinoids, transcriptomic, epigenetic, proteomic, and other studies, contributing valuable insights to both healthy and disease states.• Work on developing hypothesis-driven projects, strategically securing funding for future research endeavors.• Supervise and manage a team of technicians and postdoctoral-level scientists, ensuring alignment with current grant goals and fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.

　　Additional Comments Background Investigation/Justice Center Review: Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. 2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted to obtain a record of their criminal history information and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees. Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.Additional Comments: This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $3,087.#LI-DNI

　　Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

　　Name Human Resources

　　Telephone

　　Fax 845-398-5418

　　Email Address [email protected]

　　Address

　　Street Nathan Kline Institute

　　140 Old Orangeburg Road

　　City Orangeburg

　　State NY

　　Zip Code 10962

　　Notes on Applying Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID # and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it along with your other application materials via fax, mail or the Human Resources email address noted abovehttp://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdfQualified candidates interested in employment at this location should submit their resumes to:Laura Trubenbach, Associate Director Human Resources 1 InstNathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research140 Old Orangeburg RoadOrangeburg, NY 10962 Or via email to [email protected] Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. The Office of Mental Health embraces diversity and promotes a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. The New York State Office of Mental Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]. Appointment to this position is contingent upon Division of Budget approval to fill.You are advised that, should you accept a job offer with this facility, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay a fingerprint fee.