City Of New York

CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST

City Of New York • $95K — $115K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
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Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree in physical, biological, environmental sciences or public health required; doctorate preferred for higher levels.
  • Minimum two years of relevant research experience; three years for master's degree holders.
  • Supervisory or administrative experience is beneficial, especially for Level II and above positions.
  • Strong familiarity with compliance regulations (OSHA, NYS Department of Labor) is crucial.
  • Candidates must demonstrate technical proficiency in industrial hygiene and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive health and safety audits of facilities and operations.
  • Prepare technical reports detailing deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
  • Research applicable local, state, and federal laws related to compliance.
  • Monitor and ensure adherence to OSHA and PESH regulations.
  • Collect and analyze data on occupational health issues, including illness and injury.
  • Perform air monitoring and industrial hygiene assessments using technical equipment.
  • Assist in ongoing research projects and prepare findings for presentation.

Benefits

  • Creative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Engagement in critical public safety initiatives.
  • Collaboration with experienced professionals in occupational safety.
  • Access to diverse research projects with real-world implications.
  • Potential for advancement through demonstrated performance.
Full Job Description
The Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full-time City Research Scientist in the Bureau of OSHA. Reporting directly to the OSHA Director, the City Research Scientist will conduct environmental, health and safety audits of facilities and/or operations to ensure compliance with federal, state or local regulations and policies; prepare technical reports that identify deficiencies and provide recommended corrective actions; research local, state and federal laws and regulations to determine applicability to facilities and/or operations; ensure compliance with OSHA and NYS Department of Labor (PESH) regulations; make and record observations on the progress of research investigations and evaluate data; assist in the agency's research efforts and environmental, health and safety issues, and other research projects; conduct workplace assessments/audits/investigations and understand industrial processes; collect and analyze occupational illness and injury data; perform air monitoring and/or other industrial hygiene measurements utilizing a variety of technical equipment; assist OSHA Director with research and presentations; responsible for data gathering and various technical and administrative tasks. CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744 Qualifications 1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health. To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have: 1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or 2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above. NOTE: Probationary Period Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

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