Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of experience providing trainings; OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and four years of such experience; OR six years of such experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.

Health Research, Inc.’s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.

Successful completion of the Public Health Essentials certificate program will be required.

At least three years of experience in medical technology, microbiology or molecular biology, health education, communications. Experience providing training and/or education in either in person or virtual formats. Demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal, written and organizational skills. Demonstrated experience working independently and as a member of a team. Demonstrated proficiency utilizing current computer technology.

The Training Specialist I will work within the Wadsworth Center's Division of Infectious Diseases to provide outreach, education and training for both internal and external partners. The incumbent will contribute to workforce development activities that promote the visibility of and encourage interest in public health laboratory careers and support education and training programs for the Division. These efforts to enhance the laboratory workforce pipeline will support rapid large scale public health responses needed to manage the COVID 19 pandemic and other public health emergencies.

Duties will include, but are not limited to, contributing to the development of relationships with educational partners to grow the public health laboratory workforce, maintaining ongoing outreach activities such as support for submitters of COVID and other infectious disease specimens to DID laboratories, and generation of internal and external communication materials.

This position is supported by the New York State Public Health Corps Fellowship Program.

Successful completion of the Cornell University Public Health Essentials certificate program will be required.

Health Research, Inc. (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!

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

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.

Health Research, Inc.’s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.

Successful completion of the Public Health Essentials certificate program will be required.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.  

HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

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