Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Scientist I
Quest Diagnostics•Lenexa, KS
•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. The pay range is $26.50+ per hour, with potential for shift differential. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.
Requirements
- Minimum of one (1) year laboratory experience preferred.
- Ability to perform routine and repetitive motions, such as pipetting.
- Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
- Knowledge of methods and procedures used by the laboratory preferred.
- 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 (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Maintain chain of custody of forensic specimens and follow approved sample handling procedures.
- Maintain competency in following 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
