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AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for
TitleResearch Scientist 7 (Neuropathologist)
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $161911 to $161911 Annually
Duties Description POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The New York State Institute for Basic Research in Developmental Disabilities (IBR) seeks a Neuropathologist (MD) to join and ultimately supervise a team of scientists in our Alzheimer’s Disease/Autism research area, our Morphology Laboratory and our Brain and Tissue Bank. Applicants should have a doctoral degree (e.g. MD, PhD, DVM, etc.) in a relevant scientific discipline with evidence of an ability to obtain independent funding to grow and sustain their research program. In this position, the incumbent will engage in stereological study of neurodegeneration and neuronal loss in the entorhinal cortex and hippocampal formation in the brain, complete neuropathological staging and focus on developmental abnormalities in the corpus collosum of brains. Responsibilities will also include continuing to maintain the current NYS IBR Brain and Tissue Bank’s collection of frozen and formalin fixed brain tissue and overseeing its expansion.include but are not limited to Microscopy Services including Confocal, Light Sheet and Electron microscopy; Mass Spectrometry; Laboratory Animal Resource Center and Editorial/Grant Writing Services and Statistical Analysis.
Current research underway in this department includes but is not limited to projects designed to characterize: 1) the dynamics of multi-regional neurodegeneration and neuronal loss in Down syndrome; 2) statistical modeling of differences between type, topography, severity and dynamics of neurodegeneration and neuronal loss in Trisomy 21 and Down syndrome with early onset Alzheimer’s Disease; 3) comparison of unbiased stereological estimates of neuropathological changes in developmental defects of brain glymphatic system in individuals with Down syndrome and 4) detection of developmental abnormalities of serotonergic system and brain neurotransmitter systems in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Department scientists utilize Microbrightfield image analyzers with Stereoinvestigators and Neurolucida and work with colleagues trained in 3-D reconstruction as well as in matching clinical MRI with postmortem 3-D imaging of neuronal networks and vascular systems.
IBR is the research arm of the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). OPWDD is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD), including intellectual disabilities, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, rare genetic syndromes, and other neurological impairments.
NYS OPWDD IBR provides a professional setting in a world-renowned research facility located on Staten Island, NY, on a wooded, suburban campus with free off-street parking. The compensation package includes New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) insurance, a generous sick leave and vacation package, vesting in the NYS pension fund, and a deferred compensation plan. NYS Public Employees Federation (PEF) union benefits include tuition reimbursement and dental and optical coverage. Attendance at and participation in professional meetings and conferences is encouraged and financially supported, and publication fees in professional journals are supported through the agency budget. Telecommuting work plan is negotiable.
We invite qualified and enthusiastic candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity to engage in meaningful work and to make significant contributions to our medical and scientific endeavors to fulfill our mission of helping individuals with IDD live healthier lives. IBR offers an exciting and collaborative work environment with colleagues whose research interests span all areas related to Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
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Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a doctoral degree
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(8) years of experience in the field of Neuropathology
Substitutions:
Master's Degree in an appropriate field may substitute for one year of experience and a Ph. D in an appropriate field may
substitute for an additional year of experience.
PREFERRED SKILLS
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Proficient in using statistical software (e.g., STATA, SPSS, R) for analyzing developmental data.
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Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with families and children.
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Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
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Proficient in writing research papers, grant proposals, and creating presentations for academic and non-academic audiences.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills for collaborating with other healthcare professionals, educators, and research teams.
Additional Requirements:
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Clear background check as required by state law.
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Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed.
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Compliance with any additional state-specific licensing or certification requirements.
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Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel to home visits or community-based services.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
A doctoral degree in biomedical, applied behavioral and/or developmental psychology, or a related field and one year of qualifying experience may be substituted for experience requirements.
Additional Comments Please Note:
If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee.
Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies.
All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.
If you are employed by state government, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice.
Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office at (518) 473-4785 or Email at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
NYS offers Incredible Benefits!
Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.
Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.
Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.
Life insurance and Disability insurance.
The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.
Paid Holidays and Leave
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.
• Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.
• Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.
Health Care Coverage
Staten Island DDSO Human Resources
1150 Forest Hill Road, Staten Island, NY 10314 ¦ TEL: 718-983-5433 ¦www.opwdd.ny.gov
Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.
Retirement Program
Participate in The NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation.
Professional Development and Education and Training
NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit https://goer.ny.gov/training-and-professional-development.
Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-workshops-program-pswp.
OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas, and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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