Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Scientist I

Quest Diagnostics•Lenexa, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position works within the Forensic Toxicology Laboratory and is responsible for all aspects of testing of donor specimens including specimen preparation and instrument operation. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Requirements

Ability to perform routine and repetitive motions, such as pipetting.
Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
Bachelor of Science or Art degree with a minimum of fifteen (15) semester hours in Chemistry, fifteen (15) semester hours in Biology, and three (3) semester hours of Mathematics; or applicable regulatory requirements

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year laboratory experience preferred.
Knowledge of methods and procedures used by the laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain chain of custody of forensic specimens and follow approved sample handling procedures.
Maintain competency in the following areas: follow all written procedures in departmental SOP, prepare and verify performance of all new reagents, ensure that all required calibrators and quality control samples are included in each batch, demonstrate good analytical technique with minimal failed loads, capable of performing routine maintenance of equipment utilized in area of responsibility, capable of programming sequence table for sample analysis, capable of basic data review.
Maintain legible and complete documents.
Maintain clean and organized work area.
Perform and document checks of temperature dependent equipment.
Participate in completion of 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 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 all company and department policies.
Complete all required quality control and quality assurance documentation related to job function.
Follow work schedule as defined by the Supervisor.
Maintain professional work environment.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "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, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities