Laboratory Section Administrator, Bureau of Public Health Laboratory

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development is seeking a Laboratory Section Administrator to oversee public health laboratory operations. This role involves supervising staff, conducting laboratory tests, and ensuring quality control. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and supervisory experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including loan forgiveness and flexible work options.

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness

Premium-free health insurance

Pension plan

Tax-deferred savings program

Wellness resources

Work From Home Policy

Qualifications

• Four years of responsible laboratory experience related to sanitary control.
• Two years in a supervisory or administrative role.

Responsibilities

• Supervising, training, and evaluating staff performance.
• Performing laboratory testing on clinical and environmental specimens.
• Maintaining quality control and assurance programs.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant scientific field

Job description

Laboratory Section Administrator, Bureau of Public Health Laboratory

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NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development provided pay range

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Base pay range

$60,443.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

The Division of Disease Control's mission is to safeguard the health of New Yorkers through identification, surveillance, treatment, control, and prevention of infectious diseases. This is achieved through the efforts of its seven Bureaus. The NYC Public Health Laboratory (PHL) is one of the largest local public health laboratories in the United States, providing clinical and environmental laboratory testing services. PHL is committed to safeguarding NYC residents' health by providing quality laboratory testing that supports public health priorities and responds to health concerns.

Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To:

• Supervising, training, assigning work, and evaluating staff performance. Ability to adapt to rapidly changing work environments.
• Performing high and moderate complexity laboratory testing on clinical and environmental specimens. Coordinating investigations with agency, local, and federal partners.
• Researching and implementing new technologies.
• Communicating effectively with the Unit Chief, lab technologists, and external partners.
• Evaluating data, preparing reports, maintaining records, and supporting research efforts.
• Maintaining quality control and assurance programs, advising staff on methods, and taking corrective actions when necessary.
• Implementing and monitoring laboratory quality, health, and safety policies.
• Designing and maintaining charts, logs, and records.
• Assisting with inventory, budgeting, and procurement to ensure proper stock of reagents and supplies, using inventory management systems.
• Writing manuscripts for publication based on data analysis.
• Supporting routine laboratory activities and operations as needed.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in logistics, coordination, and effective communication with leadership and external stakeholders.
• Project management experience, including resource management and problem-solving.
• Strong analytical skills.

Why You Should Work For Us:

• Loan Forgiveness: Eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness programs.
• Benefits include premium-free health insurance, additional health and financial benefits, a pension plan, a tax-deferred savings program, and wellness resources.
• Work From Home Policy: Possible up to two days remote work per week.
• Job Security: Potentially more stable than private sector roles, contributing to NYC's public health.

Established in 1805, the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving NYC residents' health through diverse programs and initiatives.

We are committed to inclusivity and equal opportunity. For accommodations during the application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's degree in a relevant scientific field from an accredited institution and four years of responsible laboratory experience related to sanitary control or water system protection, including two years in a supervisory or administrative role.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered, but two years of supervisory experience in a relevant laboratory setting is required.

Residency Requirement

NYC residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. Certain employees may reside in nearby counties if they meet specific criteria. Discuss residency requirements with the agency at interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive employer committed to diversity and equal opportunity, prohibiting discrimination based on protected characteristics.