FORENSIC ANALYTICAL CHEMIST (1ST SHIFT)

at United States Drug Testing Laboratories, Inc. in Des Plaines, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Welcome to United States Drug Testing Laboratories, Inc. (USDTL):

Grow with Us! USDTL is currently growing at a rapid pace and forensic toxicology testing is an exciting and expanding field. We provide a work environment that promotes positive reinforcement, teamwork, open communication and professionalism. To join our team is to become part of a bigger mission to protect and enrich lives.

USDTL is a privately held global leader in forensic toxicology testing of drug and alcohol exposed newborns and mothers, and other at-risk populations. We service hospitals, child protection agencies, the Department of Defense, legal services, businesses, and more. USDTL prides itself on cutting edge research. We are the laboratory of choice for umbilical cord testing, fingernail/hair testing, and PEth testing. Providing accurate results that lead to early intervention has significant benefits for children, families and communities. We seek passionate employees who will share in our mission to protect and enrich lives.

Company Requirements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to satisfy the following:

• Perform high quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Work effectively and professionally as part of a team on all assignments.
• Communicate and coordinate work efforts closely with other colleagues in different laboratory areas and shifts.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Maintenance of LCMSMS, GCMS and GCFID instruments, documentation of instrument maintenance
• Sequencing sample tables
• Reviewing, processing and printing data in an accurate and timely fashion
• Preparation of some samples for analysis
• Dilution or re-derivatization of samples for reinjection
• Verification of sample tables
• Maintain chain of custody documents
• Creating GCMS and LCMSMS methods
• Mobile phase filtration and preparation
• Emptying instrument waste
• Keeping inventory of laboratory consumables, keeping consumables organized, verifying receipt of consumables into the laboratory and putting them away
• Glassware washing
• Department training, department meetings, participate and execute special projects
• Clean GCMS/LCMSMS laboratory areas
• Other tasks as assigned

• BS/BA degree majoring in one of the chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory/medical technology sciences ( 16 semester hours of chemistry, which included at least 6 semester hours in inorganic/general chemistry; and 16 semester hours of biology courses). 3 semester hours of mathematics; and in-house laboratory training.
• Two plus years of professional experience in a forensic/clinical lab setting and completion of the USDTL Negative Certifying Scientist Training within 90 days of start date or as scheduling allows.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Special Position Requirements

Lab positions generally involve handling of biohazardous materials. At times, overtime may be required.

Scheduled hours for are Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

USDTL is an equal opportunity and everify employer along with a drug free workplace

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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