DNALC Employment
Finance & Educational Grants Administrator II
at DNALC NYC in Brooklyn or Dolan DNALC in Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Position ID: 01241
Opening Date: 9/6/2024
The DNA Learning Center (DNALC) of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory seeks an Finance & Educational Grants Administrator II to join our leadership team. This finance-focused role reports directly to the DNALC Executive Director and collaborates with the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) to oversee financial and grants management, organizational metrics, and operational strategy. The Finance & Educational Grants Administrator II will play a key role in supporting the financial sustainability and growth of DNALC centers across the New York metropolitan area.
The successful candidate will join a globally recognized institution driving innovation in genetics education—including molecular genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, and data science. Be part of a team that has impacted over 700,000 students and aims to reach millions more!
Position Responsibilities
- Manage DNALC financial operations, including tracking income, processing payments, overseeing budgets, and preparing periodic financial reports.
- Collaborate with the Office of Sponsored Programs to facilitate grant submissions, ensure compliance, manage budgets, prepare reports, and oversee grant-related projects.
- Maintain and organize visitation records, generate periodic reports, and contribute to the development of office management software.
- Support DNALC leadership in achieving project management objectives and organizational goals.
- Act as the primary liaison for DNALC collaborators, consultants, vendors, and clients.
- Budgeting Support: Assist in the development and adherence to annual budgets by providing detailed financial analysis and forecasting.
- Cost Management: Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure cost-effective purchasing of food and beverage products and support group purchasing initiatives.
Position Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Certification or experience in financial management, including budgeting and auditing.
- Demonstrated experience with grant administration and compliance for federally funded programs (e.g., NIH, NSF).
- Strong project management skills and proficiency in relevant tools/software.
- Expertise in financial software and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Excellent analytical and communication skills, with experience in presenting financial trends and projections.
- Proven leadership and team management experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1–2 years of experience in grants and contracts administration or a financial/accounting background.
- Familiarity with data visualization and office management tools.
This position can be based at either our DNALC NYC location in Brooklyn or our Cold Spring Harbor location.
Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit the CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The salary range for this role is $70,000–$85,000. The salary range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).
Interested candidates should apply for this position via the CSHL website at:
Educator, Middle/High School
Regeneron DNA Learning Center, Sleepy Hollow
Position ID: 00902
Opening Date: 2/9/2024
The DNA Learning Center (DNALC) of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory has an immediate full-time educator position available at the Regeneron DNA Learning Center in Sleepy Hollow, NY. This center, which opened in fall 2019, is a unique collaboration between an established research institute and a rising star in biotechnology. The facility has two teaching labs and is located on the Sleepy Hollow campus of Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. We are looking for a dynamic, engaging educator to join our team as we expand operations in Westchester County, NY and northern New Jersey.
Responsibilities will include:
- providing hands-on genetics and molecular biology instruction to precollege students visiting the DNALC for academic year field trips, summer camps, and extended research projects;
- delivering in-school instruction;
- training and managing high school interns;
- assisting with student research programs;
- conducting teacher training; and
- developing teaching modules.
Selected candidates will become members of a small, influential group recognized worldwide as a leader in creating and disseminating new methods in genetics education, including the fields of genomics, bioinformatics, and data science. Over 700,000 students have conducted experiments with DNALC staff—join our team as we aim to reach a million and more! For more information, browse this website.
Strong candidates will have teaching experience and a background in biology. New York State teaching certification is a plus, but not required. The position demands a motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team, with excellent writing, computer, and communication skills.
Flexible scheduling will require some weekend or evening work. Some travel between DNALC facilities in Brooklyn, East Harlem, Cold Spring Harbor and/or Passaic County (New Jersey) and to local schools will be required for training and/or instruction.
Our compensation is based on experience. Salary Range: $54,000-80,000
Education Required: Undergraduate Degree
Experience Required: 1–3 years
Compensation and Benefits:
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, a range of recognition, wellness programs and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our CSHL Benefits site to learn more.
Interested candidates should apply for this position with cover leter and resume via the CSHL website at:
College Intern, DNALC | Laboratory
at Dolan DNALC in Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Position ID: 01325
Opening Date: 10/31/2024
The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory DNA Learning Center (DNALC) is currently seeking to hire several college interns.
The DNALC is a pioneer in public genetics education. Established in 1988, it is the world’s first science center dedicated solely to genetics education, serving over 30,000 pre-college students each year through school field trips, summer camps, and student research programs. College interns work independently and alongside experienced educators to learn valuable skills that can be applied in a wide range of laboratory and science education settings.
Responsibilities:
- Perform wet laboratory prep work and testing of experimental materials and reagents for field trips, faculty training, student research, and other local programs
- Independently operate scientific equipment
- Implement scientific documentation and record keeping
- Maintain bacterial strains, laboratory space, and equipment
- Participate in training of high school interns
- Assist educational staff during classroom instruction, lunch, and drop-off/pick-up of students
Requirements:
- Current matriculated college student
- Must have reliable transportation to/from the DNALC to work a minimum of 10 hours per week
- Minimum of 4-weeks of availability during the summer
- Passion for genetics, biotechnology, and education
Interested candidates should apply for this position with cover letter and resume via the CSHL website at:
Intern DNALC, High School
at Dolan DNALC in Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Position ID: 01327
Opening Date: 10/31/2024
The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory DNA Learning Center (DNALC) is currently seeking to hire several high-school interns.
The DNALC is a pioneer in public genetics education. Established in 1988, it is the world’s first science center dedicated solely to genetics education, serving over 30,000 pre-college students each year through school field trips, summer camps, and student research programs. High-school interns work alongside experienced educators to learn valuable skills that can be applied in a wide range of laboratory and science education settings.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with laboratory preparation of reagents for field trips, faculty training, student research, and other local programs
- Test experimental protocols and reagents for development and quality control
- Maintain laboratory classrooms and equipment
- Assist educators during classroom instruction, and with lunchtime, arrival, and dismissal of student campers during the summer
Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age, and current high school student
- Must have reliable transportation to/from the DNALC to work a minimum of 2 shifts per week (3pm-5pm)
- Minimum of 4-weeks of availability during the summer
- Passion for genetics, biotechnology, and science education
Interested candidates should apply for this position with cover letter and resume via the CSHL website at:
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