Analytical Toxicologist (AT2) – SFDTL Bench Analyst/ Laboratory Certifying Official

Forensic Dover, Delaware

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SNA International seeks a bright, collaborative Analytical Toxicologist (AT2) – SFDTL Bench Analyst/ Laboratory Certifying Official with a strong work ethic to join our team. SNA International’s team works together in pursuit of the same cause: build a safe and just world by empowering organizations in the use of forensics, biometrics and identity intelligence.
 
The Analytical Toxicologist/Analyst and Laboratory Certifying Official within SFTDTL will perform analyses on biological specimens. The Analytical Toxicologist (AT2) will review assigned workload for compliance, accuracy, and completeness to assure that all reported results meet technical and administrative requirements of the laboratory outlined in the SOPs. The incumbent will assist in research and analytical projects as assigned and perform any special testing as directed by laboratory management. 
 
Critical Work Responsibilities:
 
  • Analysis of biological specimens using the following techniques: 
    • Intermediate Knowledge of immunoassay methodology 
    • Intermediate Knowledge of Solid Phase and Liquid/ Liquid Drug Extractions 
    • Intermediate Knowledge of mass spectrometry and compound fragmentation 
    • Intermediate Knowledge of Quantitative Analysis 
    • Intermediate Knowledge of Instrumental Analysis 
    • Mass Spectrometry (Intermediate) 
    • Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (Intermediate) 
    • Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (Intermediate) 
    • Tandem Mass Spectrometry (Intermediate) 
  • Maintain an accurate written record of all analyses performed and ensure proper archiving of those records. 
  • Receives specimens and related calibrators into the laboratory, establish and maintain accurate chain of custody, accession specimens into the laboratory, aliquot specimens for subsequent testing and logs specimens into the LIMS. 
  • Participates in Laboratory Analysis Programs including: 
  • Routine instrument maintenance 
  • Analysis of Quality Control specimens 
  • Preparation for laboratory inspections by Inspectors from certifying and accrediting agencies 
  • Responsible for maintaining laboratory facilities and equipment in operating condition and reporting discrepancies and problems to their supervisor 
  • Evaluation of laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring laboratory compliance with those standards; this involves reporting SOP discrepancies to the supervisor  
  • Calibrate instruments, prepare reagents and samples for testing, complete testing and prepare written reports for supervisor.  
  • Review data for compliance, accuracy, and completeness to assure that all reported results meet technical and administrative requirements of the laboratory outlined in the SOPs.  
  • Evaluation of instrumentation, extraction techniques, analysis protocols, and data review. 
  • Complete research projects and function as assigned.  
  • Maintains logs of analyses performed, equipment problems and solutions, freezer and refrigerator temperature logs and equipment operation logs. 
  • Maintain the laboratory in a Mission readiness status at all times; this requires analyst to be aware of existing and potential problems concerning laboratory safety, equipment operation. maintain supply readiness and other critical laboratory functions.  
  • Handle hazardous materials and hazardous waste, ensuring proper safety precautions are taken in storing and disposition of these materials.  
  • Authorship in peer reviewed journal and/or presentation of scientific data.  
  • Perform other job-related duties appropriate to the Division mission as assigned.
Minimum Requirements: 
 
  • B.S. or M.S. in Science-related Field (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Forensics etc.) 
     
TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter along with your CV. CVs without a cover letter will not be considered.
 
SNA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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