Employment opportunities offered by the Research Foundation for SUNY are separate
and distinct from SUNY and State University of New York employment.
Employment opportunities offered by the Research Foundation for SUNY are separate
and distinct from SUNY and State University of New York employment. As a result, position
terms and conditions, compensation and benefits offered by the Research Foundation
are different from state employment. Contact the Research Foundation Human Resources
office at SUNY Plattsburgh with questions concerning employment and benefits offered.
The Research Foundation for the State University of New York at Plattsburgh (RF-SUNY)
seeks qualified candidates for the position of Aquatics Scientist/Limnologist with
The Lake Champlain Research Institute at SUNY Plattsburgh. The position will serve
as a Project Coordinator for a study titled Deep Lake Limnology in Lake Champlain:
The Role of Climate Change and Storm Events on Lake Vertical Structure. This is a
full time, 12-month position, with the Research Foundation for SUNY, a private, nonprofit
corporation. The RF offers comprehensive and low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance,
basic and optional retirement plans, employer paid life insurance, tuition waivers,
and other benefits.
This position is Monday through Friday with paid holidays off and a desirable vacation
package.
Essential Functions
Core responsibilities include:
Coordinate/manage the Lake Champlain Deep Lake Limnology Study.
Develop and implement study methods and quality assurance protocols.
Preparation of field equipment, boat up-keep, and boat operations on Lake Champlain
Coordinate and participate in field data collection, to include limnological methods/plankton
sampling, deployment of data buoys, and boat operation.
Taxonomy/Identification of plankton samples.
Manage/create database, handling of large data sets from field buoys, data set preparation,
statistical interpretation, and analysis of key findings, and preparation of manuscripts
for publication.
Other responsibilities include:
Serve on external committee when assigned/appointed.
Assist in supervision and management of undergraduate and graduate interns.
Participate in staff meetings.
Assist in LCRI planning and support field and laboratory work for other research and
monitoring projects as part of the Lake Champlain Research Institute team.
Required Education/Qualifications:
Ph.D. in the sciences, with a focus on aquatic biology or limnology and a minimum
of 2 years of relevant experience. Strong M.S. candidates will be considered.
Must have experience with limnological field sampling techniques.
Evidence of taxonomic ability to identify freshwater plankton, including zooplankton
and phytoplankton.
Experience with R, analysis of community level data including multivariate techniques,
and ability to handle large data sets from remote buoys.
Experience with project coordination/supervision in aquatic systems.
Valid driver’s license is required.
Prefer prior training/experience with boat operation and/or outdoor safety training
and working with groups in a field/remote setting.
Salary:
$48,000 – $55,000 with a comprehensive benefits package
This position will remain open until filled.
Please submit vitae/resume, cover letter, list of references and a statement of research
interests to:
Research Foundation for SUNY Box RF 2023-8 260 Beaumont Hall 101 Broad Street Plattsburgh, New York 12901
The Research Foundation for SUNY Plattsburgh is pleased to announce the opening of
an administrative assistant position to assist with the Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver
Support Initiative and the Caregiver Wellness and Respite Center programs. The goal
of these initiatives is to expand the safety net for caregivers by recognizing and
addressing the need for supports and stress reduction.
Position Description
The administrative assistant works as part of a caregiver support team. Position responsibilities
include, but may not be limited to, the following:
Set up independent contracts with respite providers (agency/individual).
Ensure that each provider has the necessary paperwork and process for reimbursement.
Communicate with Regional Care Navigators on new providers in the region and upload
required paperwork into Google Drive.
Enter used respite hours into the respite spreadsheet for tracking purposes.
Contact caregivers throughout the region upon receipt of respite provider voucher
to provide verification of hours.
Distribute respite approval letters and certificates as needed.
Update respite provider annual paperwork to ensure that information remains current
and accurate.
Process invoices including respite and caregiver wellness vouchers.
Work closely with the project director to ensure the achievement of grant respite
outcomes in accordance with work plan timelines.
Assist with developing and monitoring the respite program annual budget.
Contact care navigators to provide notification of approval, number of respite hours
approved, and provide an authorization number.
Provide meaningful feedback to inform ongoing refinement of the respite program and
services.
Work closely with other administrative staff to cross train on administrative duties
and assist when other staff are out of the office or when deadlines require additional
support.
Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in business or comparable field of study is preferred with a
minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. The education and experience requirement
may be satisfied by an equivalent combination of education and experience; for example
an associate degree or certification (required) with a minimum of four years of relevant
business experience.
Special Qualifications: There must be demonstrated ability to interact with people who are experiencing physical
and/or emotional stress, and demonstrated ability to deal tactfully with others. Demonstrated
interpersonal, critical thinking and communication skills are a must, as is the ability
to understand Microsoft Excel and budgeting and tracking programs.
Salary Range: $40,000 to $45,000 with an excellent fringe benefits package to be included.
Closing Date: To ensure full review and consideration, please submit a letter of interest, a resume,
and contact information for three professional references by March 25, 2024 to:
Research Foundation for SUNY Box RF 2024-3 260 Beaumont Hall 101 Broad Street Plattsburgh, New York 12901
If an applicant cannot complete the application process to respond to a notice of
job vacancy due to a disability or other concern, please contact the Research Foundation
Human Resources Office at SUNY Plattsburgh: 518-564-2132.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY
will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color,
creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions),
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national
origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record,
genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving
public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently
separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran,
or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against applicants
because they have inquired about, or discussed their own pay or the pay of another
employee of applicant.
The Research Foundation for the State University of New York is not an agency or instrumentality
of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation for the State University
of New York are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system,
and do not receive state fringe benefits. The Research Foundation for the State University
of New York operates under a contract with The State University of New York and receives
no directly appropriated state funding.