Research Scientist III

About the role

Applications to be submitted by November 16, 2026

Compensation Grade

P25

Compensation Details

Minimum: $100,379.00 - Maximum: $100,379.00 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).

Department

(OHEHR) AI - Bureau Of HIV/AIDS Epidemiology

Responsibilities

The Research Scientist III will provide oversight and lead the research, evaluation, and data quality for the Laboratory Analysis and Follow-Up unit within the Bureau of HIV/AIDS Epidemiology. The incumbent will be responsible for playing a key role in ensuring the quality, completeness, and accuracy of HIV surveillance data.

The incumbent will oversee laboratory data quality and reporting activities, provide technical guidance to laboratories and public health partners, and use surveillance data to identify and address reporting issues. The incumbent will collaborate with partners across the New York State Department of Health, conduct research and surveillance reporting, and supervise staff.

This is an opportunity to combine scientific expertise, data analysis, collaboration, and leadership to strengthen HIV surveillance across New York State.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, a related social science, or a closely related field and four years of research experience, OR a Master's degree in a related field and three years of research experience, OR a Doctorate degree in a related field and one year of research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public health surveillance.
• Working knowledge of laboratory and physician reporting as it relates to HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), or other communicable diseases.
• Experience with data collection, management, analysis, and reporting, including the use of SAS, SQL and/or other statistical software packages.

• Strong analytic skills including interpretation of results and data analytic outputs to convey information to a variety of internal and external audiences.
• Experience contributing to research deliverables including the preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts and scientific posters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with data visualization techniques to maximize end user understanding.

Demonstrated ability to work independently, coordinate and build partnerships with multiple entities. Experience supervising staff.

Conditions of Employment

• 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 for this position, in accordance with applicable federal requirements.
• Travel up to 25% of the time will be required.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job 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 will become eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work, after a waiting period of approximately 6 months subject to satisfactory job performance, management approval and operational needs.

This position will become eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work, after a waiting period of approximately 6 months subject to satisfactory job performance, the ability to maintain required security and confidentiality standards, management approval, and operational needs.

• HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
• About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives.

As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.

Benefits

HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• 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 is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
• And so much more!

Work Location Expectations

At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.