Laboratory Technician (Medical Examiner)

Hillsborough County • Tampa, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will assist forensic toxicologists with laboratory duties working with biological samples and specimens to include administrative duties preparing reports and ensuring safety. Core Competencies Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service. Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve. Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations. Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of terminology and techniques used in a toxicology laboratory.
• Working knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (including balances, pipettes, centrifuges, pH meter, etc.).
• Ability to follow laboratory instructions.
• Ability to conduct basic laboratory tests.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Detail oriented.
• Associates degree from an accredited institution in a natural science in chemistry, biochemistry, forensic science, or related field; AND One year experience in a laboratory; OR An equivalent combination of education (not less than a high school diploma/GED), training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job‐related competencies noted above; AND Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Receives, processes, and disposes of biological samples and preparing specimens for analysis.
• Maintains inventory and orders laboratory supplies.
• Administrative data entry and preparing toxicology reports.
• Performs laboratory quality assurance and safety checks.
• Prepares reagents.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree