Forensic Drug Analyst
About The Position
The Lorain County Forensic Lab’s is an ANAB Accredited lab that is charged with giving support to courts, law enforcement, and recovery programs throughout Lorain County. Under direction, performs forensic, chemical and/or biological sample analysis utilizing varying lab equipment such as gas chromatography mass spectrometry, immunoassay, etc. Adheres to the policies and procedures of the county and laboratory to include documentation of evidence/sampling handling utilizing chain-of-custody. Demonstrates professional integrity and attends hearings as requested to testify to laboratory findings. Demonstrates competency in performing dilutions and extractions
Requirements
- Must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in forensic or clinical laboratory science, biology, chemistry, or a related discipline.
- Knowledge of case work procedures; evidence handling; chain of custody; court system; etc.
- Knowledge of application of procedures to laboratory testing.
- Ability to analyze data accurately and make scientific conclusions; perform dilutions and prepare solutions of varying concentrations.
- Ability to maintain focus and pay attention to detail; demonstrate professionalism.
- Ability to prepare accurate documentation; compile and prepare reports.
Nice To Haves
- Two (2) years of experience performing testing/analysis of samples in a laboratory setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs forensic, chemical and/or biological sample analysis utilizing varying lab equipment such as gas chromatography mass spectrometry, immunoassay, etc.
- Adheres to the policies and procedures of the county and laboratory to include documentation of evidence/sampling handling utilizing chain-of-custody.
- Demonstrates professional integrity and attends hearings as requested to testify to laboratory findings.
- Demonstrates competency in performing dilutions and extractions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
