Forensic Scientist II, Screener

Abbott • Gretna, LA

12d • $17 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Forensic Scientist II, Screener Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for 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 and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity The position of Forensic Scientist II, Screening is within our Toxicology division located at Gretna, LA. This role will be responsible for operating the instruments used to perform the initial analysis of urine specimens for substances of abuse with the SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations. Shift: 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm Monday to Friday

Requirements

• BS degree in science or equivalent related field
• 1-3 years’ experience
• Detail oriented
• Multitasking
• Good documentation practices

Nice To Haves

• 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

• Operation and maintenance of the Screening Instrument and initial review of data.
• Perform moderate and high complexity testing.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers.
• Troubleshoot issues with screening instruments.
• Knowledge of nomenclature and assay cutoffs.
• Knowledge of screening methods.
• Adherence to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information.
• Adherence to all established guidelines outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Benefits

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for 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 and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees