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Forensic Seized Drug Analyst II - Maine CDC in Augusta, ME
An overview of the work, briefly summarizing the job, the main purpose, the objectives, and the results expected.
This position will perform complex analytical procedures to determine the presence of suspected controlled substances from evidence submitted by law enforcement, interpret and evaluate analytical results for reporting purposes, review and evaluate case contents to ensure work is scientifically valid and meets all laboratory requirements, and prepare written reports and testify as an expert witness in legal proceedings. Additionally, the position will assist with maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing specialized instrumentation including GC/MS, FTIR, and LC-MS/MS. The position will also assist with validations of new methods and instrumentation, QA tasks including weekly and monthly maintenance on instruments, inventory of chemicals and standards, internal audits, document and procedure review, safety risk evaluations, and scheduling instruments for service.
Specific qualifications needed to perform the job including, necessary licenses, knowledge, skills, education, experience, training, and technical skills.
At least a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Forensic Science with at least six years experience in an analytical laboratory
At least 24 semester hours of Chemistry, which includes at least 8 semester hours of Analytical Chemistry
The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of internal and external partners
Previous experience examining evidence in a forensic lab for the presence of controlled substances and testifying in a court of law
Previous experience signing / issuing final case reports
Experience working in an ISO 17025 Accredited laboratory
Experience working with Quality Assurance and Control practices and procedures
Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
Experience performing validations
Experience using advanced analytical instrumentation, including GC/MS, FTIR and LC-MS/MS
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, a LIMS system, and instrumentation software
Specific duties required of the resource, as well as any expected deliverables, including necessary travel expectations.
Maintain care, custody and control of evidence to meet laboratory, legal, and accreditation standards
Select specimens for testing and determine a sampling plan based on the evidence available
Prepare and document the preparation of reagents and standards
Perform basic statistical analyses on results
Prepare analytical reports that summarize your findings
Participate in staff meetings
Provide support to law enforcement and prosecuting attorneys
Participate in Proficiency Testing and other Quality Control Programs
Provide testimony in a court of law for criminal proceedings
Serve as back up evidence technician as needed
Assist in maintaining laboratory accreditation (ISO 17025) as needed
Summary of work schedule, including normal working hours, on-call expectations, allowed time off (which is non-billable), ability to work remote.
This job is scheduled for 40 hours per week. Normal working hours are between 8 am and 5 pm, weekdays. There is currently no, or limited, ability to work remotely.
Candidate must be qualified to handle controlled substances under federal regulations 21 CFR § 1301.76.
Compensation for roles at Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, SSO provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, SSO provides a range of benefits for this role.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an Employment Visa at this time.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Staffing Solutions Organization LLC is an e-Verify participant.
Job Details
Pay Type Salary
Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Hiring Max Rate 31.22 USD
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