Forensic Certifying Scientist II (Positive NDOT & DOT)

Abbott • Gretna, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forensic Certifying Scientist II position is within Toxicology located at Gretna, LA at Alere Toxicology Services. In this role, the individual will be responsible for analysis, review and interpretation of analytical data in accordance with the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations. The scheduled work days are Tuesday through Saturday.

Requirements

• BS degree in science or equivalent related field
• 1-3 years' relevant experience

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and hands-on experience with GC/MS and/or LC-MS/MS instrumentation used in forensic toxicology testing strongly preferred
• Advanced ability to understand analytical techniques and procedures
• Advanced ability to understand laboratory instrumentation
• Advanced ability to understand certification requirements for SAMSHA, CAP-PUDT, and other relevant regulatory bodies
• Basic ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems
• Basic understanding of drugs that are tested

Responsibilities

• Performs final review of drug confirmation data from the laboratory and compare results with the initial screening data for accuracy prior to release of results
• Initiates any corrective action in the lab on testing data reviewed and found incomplete or inconclusive
• Assure that all documentation derived from testing procedures in maintained
• Operates the GC/MS and/or LC-MS/MS instruments as needed
• Performs initial review of data
• Must have knowledge of drug metabolism
• Must converse with Medical Review Officers (MROs) and clients on the metabolism of the various drugs in an intelligent manner that is easily understood by the receipt of the information
• Must be able to testify in court to drug test results generated in the lab, when needed
• Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information
• Must comply with company policies

Benefits

• Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• the Freedom 2 Save student debt program
• FreeU education benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level