Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Scientist I
About The Position
This position works within the Forensic Toxicology Laboratory and is responsible for all aspects of testing donor specimens, including specimen preparation and instrument operation. The role is based in Lenexa, Kansas, and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Pay starts at $26.50 per hour. Employees may be eligible for shift differential and annual performance bonus compensation, subject to the conditions described in the posting. The laboratory scientist maintains forensic specimen chain of custody and follows approved handling procedures, departmental SOPs, and company and department policies. The role includes preparing and verifying reagents, ensuring calibrators and quality control samples are included in batches, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, programming sample-analysis sequences, and performing basic data review. The employee also maintains documentation and work areas, performs temperature-dependent equipment checks, supports validation studies, completes quality documentation and continuing education, and follows the work schedule defined by the Supervisor. The position requires the ability to perform routine repetitive motions such as pipetting and to stand or sit for extended periods. A minimum of one year of laboratory experience and knowledge of laboratory methods and procedures are preferred. Preferred education is a Bachelor of Science or Arts degree with specified coursework in chemistry, biology, and mathematics, or applicable regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Minimum of one year of laboratory experience is preferred.
- Ability to perform routine and repetitive motions, such as pipetting.
- Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
- Preferred knowledge of methods and procedures used by the laboratory.
- Preferred Bachelor of Science or Arts degree with at least 15 semester hours in Chemistry, 15 semester hours in Biology, and 3 semester hours of Mathematics, or applicable regulatory requirements.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of laboratory experience.
- Knowledge of methods and procedures used by the laboratory.
- Bachelor of Science or Arts degree with at least 15 semester hours in Chemistry, 15 semester hours in Biology, and 3 semester hours of Mathematics, or applicable regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
- Maintain chain of custody of forensic specimens and follow approved sample-handling procedures.
- Maintain competency in departmental SOPs; prepare and verify new reagents; ensure required calibrators and quality control samples are included in each batch; demonstrate sound analytical technique; perform routine equipment maintenance; program sample-analysis sequence tables; and perform basic data review.
- Maintain legible and complete documents.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Perform and document checks of temperature-dependent equipment.
- Participate in method and/or instrument validation studies to quality standards.
- Participate in validation of new calibrators, controls, and new or modified analytical procedures.
- Maintain acceptable productivity and quality levels, and notify the Supervisor and/or Group Lead of equipment or production problems.
- Complete assigned continuing education activities and competency verification checks.
- Follow the direction of the Supervisor and/or Group Lead and adhere to company and department policies.
- Complete required quality control and quality assurance documentation related to the job function.
- Follow the work schedule defined by the Supervisor.
- Maintain a professional work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
- Well-being programs.
- Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment program.
- healthyMINDS mental health program.
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
- Six holidays plus one “MyDay” off.
- FinFit financial coaching and services.
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Life and disability insurance, with a buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
