NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene · 4 days ago
Laboratory Associate
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is dedicated to safeguarding the health of New Yorkers. They are seeking a Laboratory Associate II to assist in laboratory operations, including specimen handling and equipment maintenance, within the Public Health Laboratory.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Remove Laboratory Waste from lab units
Receive, stores, and distributes laboratory supplies and equipment
Clean and operate equipment as required
Perform and documents daily, weekly routine maintenance and Quality Control procedures on all lab equipment
Clean and sterilize animal cages and lids on a regular basis
Perform Inventory and maintain adequate stock of media, reagents, and other supplies
Ship specimens to appropriate external labs
Maintain storage and security of laboratory inventory supplies and equipment
Prepare media and other supplies for distribution throughout the building
Maintain upkeep of designated laboratory instruments before and after usage
Will be assigned to the receiving/stock room of the laboratory
Receive, sort, accession and deliver specimens, not limited to outbreak specimens to testing laboratory
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or its equivalent
One year of appropriate full-time experience or training in a biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory
Eight credits, including laboratory coursework, in biology, chemistry, or medical technology, from an accredited college or university
A satisfactory equivalent combination of (1) and (2) above
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment
Benefits
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance.
A premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
A tax-deferred savings program
A robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Company
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is a Hospital & Health Care company.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Jose Ortiz
Chief Technology Officer
Aaron Anderson
CFO/Deputy Commissioner
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