Assistant Research Scientist; Toxic Substances

Assistant Research Scientist

Health Research, Inc. seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to work within the Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment (BTSA), New York State Department of Health. The role focuses on improving school environmental health through the NY State School Environmental Health Program. The incumbent will work with schools—public, private, tribal, and disadvantaged—to understand and implement best practices for indoor air quality, reducing exposures and supporting healthy learning environments.

Compensation Grade: P14
Minimum: $56,025.00 - Maximum: $56,025.00 Annually

Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).

(OPH) CEH – Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment

Assist state and local partners and school district personnel to improve awareness of school environmental health issues.

Collaborate with schools to assess indoor air quality and prepare technical reports summarizing findings.

Develop and present technical materials on controlling, reducing, and eliminating exposures in schools.

Support additional program focus areas such as climate action and water quality.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of research experience; OR a Master’s degree in a related field.

• Degree and/or experience in industrial hygiene or public health
• Academic or working knowledge and understanding of indoor air quality
• Experience collecting or working with environmental data, such as air sampling data
• Working knowledge of the effects of chemicals and materials on the body and the environment
• Knowledge of federal and state building regulations
• Experience working in or with K‑12 schools
• Experience working with a multidisciplinary group of professionals
• Experience communicating, both verbally and in writing, with a variety of audiences
• Experience preparing technical reports or other data‑driven or science‑based resources/materials
• Strong organizational skills

This is a grant‑funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.

Visa sponsorship may be available in accordance with applicable federal requirements.

Travel up to 10% of the time will be required.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states:
New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, combining onsite and remote work.

• Health, dental and vision insurance – several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from
• Flexible benefit accounts – medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
• Generous paid time off – paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave
• Tuition support – assistance for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities
• Retirement Benefits – participation in the New York State and Local Retirement System and optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan; postretirement health benefits plan for qualified retirees
• Employee Assistance Program – educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services
• And so much more!

Hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Managers determine the telecommuting expectations based on operational needs and responsibilities. For hybrid roles, time is divided between remote work and onsite reporting. All HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location and reside in one of the following states:
New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.

HRI participates in the E‑Verify Program.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement – Affrmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Veterans.