CSO-2026-3 - Research Scientist 3 (REPOST)

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    "description_html": "<span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><b style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Open to:</span></span></span></span></b><strong><font face=\"Times New Roman, serif\"> </font></strong><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">General Public</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Work Week:</span></span></span></span></b> <span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">NL (35-hour) Work Week </span><br><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Salary:</span></span></span></span></b><strong> </strong><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">(P25) $77,143.55 - $113,263.75 </span><br><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Opening Date: </span></span></span></span></strong><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">5/21/2026 </span><br><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Closing Date:</span></span></span></span></strong> <span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">6/11/2026</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Existing Vacancies:</span></span></span></span></strong><strong> </strong><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"> 1</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Program/Location</span></span></span></b></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Department of Environmental Protection</span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Office of the Chief Strategy Officer<br>Division of Science and Research<br>Bureau of Risk Analysis<br>428 East State Street<br>Trenton, NJ 08625</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Scope of Eligibility</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.<br><br>Applicants who have already filed for previous posting need not reapply, as<br>previously submitted resumes will be taken into consideration for this position. </span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Description</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Under the direction of a Research Scientist 1 or other supervisory official in a state department, institution, or agency, conducts or participates in research projects or developed programs in a specified professional field; does other related work.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Specific to the Position</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Within the Division of Science and Research, this scientist will conduct and assist in studies related to environmental contaminants with a pronounced focus on PFAS.  The scientist will serve as a manager of research contracts and grants developed with internal and external collaborators, will assist in the conceptualization and development of research studies, contract development, conducting field audits, coordinating requests for proposals, and providing technical support to other projects and staff. The scientists will evaluate the occurrence of contaminants of concern in the environment, provide assessment of the risk to human and environmental health, make summary information and data available to other Departmental programs. This person may serve as a technical PFAS point-of-contact for the division to other DEP programs. This scientist will represent the Division on internal and external committees and participate in facilitation of the NJDEP Science Advisory Board.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Preferred Skill Set</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Special consideration will be given to candidates with proven understanding of PFAS in the environment, excellent organization and communication skills, knowledge of principles of modern research and statistical methods, knowledge of essential quality assurance practices, and the ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Requirements</span></span></span></b><br><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">EDUCATION:</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">EXPERIENCE:</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">Two (2) years of experience in a field appropriate to the position.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">NOTE: A Doctorate in a discipline appropriate to the position may be substituted for two (2) years of experience indicated above.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">License</span></span></span></strong><strong> </strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.</span><br><br><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Employee Benefits</span></span></span></b><br><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"> As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: </span></span></span><ul><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Paid Benefit Leave</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Holiday Pay</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Alternative Workweek Program*</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Telework*</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Pension</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Deferred Compensation</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Commuter Tax Savings Program</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Tuition Reimbursement*</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><i><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.</span></i></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Veteran's Preference</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit </span><a href=\"https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/\" style=\"color:#0000FF;text-decoration:underline;\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/</span></a></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Residency</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Authorization to Work</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Equal Opportunity Employment</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government.  To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to <u>voluntarily</u> answer a few brief questions on the </span><a href=\"https://forms.office.com/g/iyvNAa1XJ4\" style=\"color:#0000FF;text-decoration:underline;\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">NJ Affirmative Action Information Form</span></a><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">.  All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer.  This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision. </span></span></span><p style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\">DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.</span></span></strong></p>\n\n<p style=\\\"text-align:center\\\"><em><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\">The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.</span></span></em></p>",
    "description_text": "Open to:   General Public\n Work Week:   NL (35-hour) Work Week\n Salary: (P25) $77,143.55 - $113,263.75\n Opening Date:  5/21/2026\n Closing Date:   6/11/2026\n Existing Vacancies: 1\n Program/Location\n Department of Environmental Protection\n Office of the Chief Strategy Officer\nDivision of Science and Research\nBureau of Risk Analysis\n428 East State Street\nTrenton, NJ 08625\n Scope of Eligibility\n Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.\nApplicants who have already filed for previous posting need not reapply, as\npreviously submitted resumes will be taken into consideration for this position.\n Description\n Under the direction of a Research Scientist 1 or other supervisory official in a state department, institution, or agency, conducts or participates in research projects or developed programs in a specified professional field; does other related work.\n Specific to the Position\n Within the Division of Science and Research, this scientist will conduct and assist in studies related to environmental contaminants with a pronounced focus on PFAS.  The scientist will serve as a manager of research contracts and grants developed with internal and external collaborators, will assist in the conceptualization and development of research studies, contract development, conducting field audits, coordinating requests for proposals, and providing technical support to other projects and staff. The scientists will evaluate the occurrence of contaminants of concern in the environment, provide assessment of the risk to human and environmental health, make summary information and data available to other Departmental programs. This person may serve as a technical PFAS point-of-contact for the division to other DEP programs. This scientist will represent the Division on internal and external committees and participate in facilitation of the NJDEP Science Advisory Board.\n Preferred Skill Set\n Special consideration will be given to candidates with proven understanding of PFAS in the environment, excellent organization and communication skills, knowledge of principles of modern research and statistical methods, knowledge of essential quality assurance practices, and the ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports.\n Requirements\n EDUCATION:\n Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position.\n EXPERIENCE:\n Two (2) years of experience in a field appropriate to the position.\n NOTE: A Doctorate in a discipline appropriate to the position may be substituted for two (2) years of experience indicated above.\n NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.\n License\n Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.\n Employee Benefits\n  As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Paid Benefit Leave\n Holiday Pay\n Alternative Workweek Program*\n Telework*\n Pension\n Deferred Compensation\n Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance\n Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)\n Commuter Tax Savings Program\n Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)\n Tuition Reimbursement*\n *Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.\n Veteran's Preference\n To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/\n Residency\n All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.\n Authorization to Work\n Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.\n Equal Opportunity Employment\n The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government.  To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form .  All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer.  This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.  DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.\n The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.",
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      "description": "<span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><b style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Open to:</span></span></span></span></b><strong><font face=\"Times New Roman, serif\"> </font></strong><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">General Public</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Work Week:</span></span></span></span></b> <span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">NL (35-hour) Work Week </span><br><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Salary:</span></span></span></span></b><strong> </strong><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">(P25) $77,143.55 - $113,263.75 </span><br><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Opening Date: </span></span></span></span></strong><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">5/21/2026 </span><br><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Closing Date:</span></span></span></span></strong> <span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">6/11/2026</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:150%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Existing Vacancies:</span></span></span></span></strong><strong> </strong><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"> 1</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Program/Location</span></span></span></b></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Department of Environmental Protection</span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Office of the Chief Strategy Officer<br>Division of Science and Research<br>Bureau of Risk Analysis<br>428 East State Street<br>Trenton, NJ 08625</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Scope of Eligibility</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:16px;\">Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.<br><br>Applicants who have already filed for previous posting need not reapply, as<br>previously submitted resumes will be taken into consideration for this position. </span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Description</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Under the direction of a Research Scientist 1 or other supervisory official in a state department, institution, or agency, conducts or participates in research projects or developed programs in a specified professional field; does other related work.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Specific to the Position</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Within the Division of Science and Research, this scientist will conduct and assist in studies related to environmental contaminants with a pronounced focus on PFAS.  The scientist will serve as a manager of research contracts and grants developed with internal and external collaborators, will assist in the conceptualization and development of research studies, contract development, conducting field audits, coordinating requests for proposals, and providing technical support to other projects and staff. The scientists will evaluate the occurrence of contaminants of concern in the environment, provide assessment of the risk to human and environmental health, make summary information and data available to other Departmental programs. This person may serve as a technical PFAS point-of-contact for the division to other DEP programs. This scientist will represent the Division on internal and external committees and participate in facilitation of the NJDEP Science Advisory Board.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Preferred Skill Set</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span class=\"Arial12\" style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Special consideration will be given to candidates with proven understanding of PFAS in the environment, excellent organization and communication skills, knowledge of principles of modern research and statistical methods, knowledge of essential quality assurance practices, and the ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Requirements</span></span></span></b><br><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">EDUCATION:</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">EXPERIENCE:</span></span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">Two (2) years of experience in a field appropriate to the position.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">NOTE: A Doctorate in a discipline appropriate to the position may be substituted for two (2) years of experience indicated above.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#3a3a3a;\">NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">License</span></span></span></strong><strong> </strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.</span><br><br><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Employee Benefits</span></span></span></b><br><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"> As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: </span></span></span><ul><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Paid Benefit Leave</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Holiday Pay</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Alternative Workweek Program*</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Telework*</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Pension</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Deferred Compensation</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Commuter Tax Savings Program</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Tuition Reimbursement*</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><i><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.</span></i></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Veteran's Preference</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit </span><a href=\"https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/\" style=\"color:#0000FF;text-decoration:underline;\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/</span></a></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Residency</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Authorization to Work</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#0070c0;\">Equal Opportunity Employment</span></span></span></strong></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government.  To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to <u>voluntarily</u> answer a few brief questions on the </span><a href=\"https://forms.office.com/g/iyvNAa1XJ4\" style=\"color:#0000FF;text-decoration:underline;\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">NJ Affirmative Action Information Form</span></a><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">.  All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer.  This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision. </span></span></span><p style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\">DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.</span></span></strong></p>\n\n<p style=\\\"text-align:center\\\"><em><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\">The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.</span></span></em></p>",
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