Laboratory Coordinator

Fund for Public Health in NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established non-profit organization dedicated to public health is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator. This pivotal role involves managing procurement processes and ensuring the smooth operation of laboratory services. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in fiscal management and communication skills, contributing to the health and well-being of New Yorkers. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to advancing health equity and social justice. With a robust benefits package and a mission-driven environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer contribution

Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of fiscal experience or a bachelor's degree required.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement processes and validate invoices.
• Coordinate instrument servicing and organize procurement needs.
• Liaison with laboratory staff about procurement needs.

Skills

Procurement Experience

Excellent written and communication skills

Excellent computer skills

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Education

High School Equivalency

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.

Program Overview

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (the NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the country. Our mission is to protect and improve the health of all New Yorkers, in service of a vision of a city in which all New Yorkers can realize their full health potential, regardless of who they are, how old they are, where they are from, or where they live. As a world-renowned public health agency with a history of building transformative public health programming and infrastructure, innovating in science and scholarship to advance public health knowledge, and responding to urgent public health crises” from New York City's yellow fever outbreak in 1822, to the COVID-19 pandemic - we are a hub for public health innovation, expertise, and programs, and services. We serve as the population health strategist, and policy, and planning authority for the City of New York, while also having a vast impact on national and international public policy, including 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 racial and social justice work, among others.

Position Overview

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYCDOHMH), Public Health Laboratory is seeking to hire a qualified Coordinator. The mission of the Public Health Laboratory is to safeguard the health all New York City residents by providing quality laboratory testing services that address the needs of the NYC DOHMH and its community partners to prevent and respond to food, clinical and environmental public health concerns. This is an excellent opportunity to join our team and continue to make history at the world's first municipal public health laboratory. We strongly encourage people to apply and contribute your diversity in thought, racial identity, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability status, veteran status, and/or LGBTQI+ status to enhance the work of the DOHMH and promote the health of all New Yorkers. We welcome applicants who share the vision for a city where all New Yorkers can realize their full health potential, regardless of who they are, where they are from or where they live. DOHMH extends this vision of wellness by providing every member of our team and prospective job applicants dynamic benefits: Benefits - NYC Health, and a robust Worksite Wellness program with a wide range of offerings. As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/student loans.

Responsibilities

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Assist with procurement processes and services, validate invoices, coordinate instrument servicing, and organize procurement needs.
• Assist with resources and services including but not limited to critical laboratory supplies, inventory system oversight, grant procurement and courier services.
• Assist in the coordination and planning of procurement and moving for NYC PHL's relocation.
• Assist with the payment of bills with accounts payable team
• Work with Finance team on budgets and allocating funds for laboratory supplies
• Liaison with laboratory staff about procurement needs in multiple laboratories
  
  

Qualifications

• Procurement Experience
• HS Equivalency with 5-10 years of fiscal experience or bachelor’s degree
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications
  
  

Salary And Benefits

• Annual Salary range is $70,000-75,000
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Medical, dental, and life insurance with low or no employee contribution
• A retirement savings plan with generous employer contribution
• Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits plan
• Meaningful work at an organization striving to advance health equity and social justice
  
  

LOCATION

455 First Avenue, New York, NY, 10016

Additional Information

There is potential for this position to transition to DOHMH and therefore candidates must meet DOHMH eligibility requirement including NYC residency.

WORK SCHEDULE

9 AM – 5 PM

Monday – Friday

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

You must live in New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) in order to be considered for a position at FPHNYC.

TO APPLY

To apply, upload Resume, including how your experience relates to this position. Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted.

The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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