Chemist I

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

6d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves a variety of laboratory tasks including accessioning, triage, sendouts, histology, kit preparation, and analysis of biological specimens. The Chemist I will assist with the analysis of biological specimens for the presence/absence of volatiles and drugs using various analytical techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a closely related field.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in one of the natural/life sciences with undergraduate education in biology, chemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, or related field
Experience working in an analytical toxicology laboratory
Communication skills which will allow the prospective employee to interact with medical examiners and other health professionals in a professional manner
Ability to work in a potentially stressful environment with potentially infectious and biohazardous materials
Ability to quickly learn various aspects of lab operations
Knowledge of medical terminology

Responsibilities

Receive case submissions from delivery services (FedEx) and couriers.
Unpack specimens, label requisition and specimens including the assignment of a laboratory accession number, and verify appropriate materials received for each case.
Maintain chain of custody.
Initiate and maintain files.
Enter case information including demographics, specimen type, and specimen volume in laboratory database.
Route case to receive appropriate testing.
Prepare specimens for delivery to designated referral labs.
Label, aliquot, package specimens for safe transport, and maintain chain of custody.
Receive histology submissions from delivery services (FedEx) and couriers.
When returned, match blocks and slides and ensure appropriate labeling.
Prepare and ship supplies to medical examiner offices.
Assist with the analysis of biological specimens for the presence/absence of volatiles and drugs using a variety of analytical techniques including immunoassay, gas chromatography, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, and UV-Vis spectrophotometry.