Description

You will perform chemical analysis on human specimens and wastewater to detect opioids, novel psychoactive substances, and other contaminants.

Responsibilities

• Analyze environmental, food, or clinical matrices using complex instrumentation to determine levels of toxic substances.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through regular preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Manage technical documentation, including instrument logbooks, technical reports, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Execute analytical procedures in strict compliance with Quality Assurance guidelines and safety protocols.
• Develop new analytical techniques and assist with epidemiological or statistical reporting.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or physical science from an accredited institution.
• 2+ years of experience as an analytical chemist.
• Hands-on experience operating LC/MS/MS, LC/QTOF, and GC/MS/MS instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of EPA, FDA, DEA, ISO 17025, and CLIA regulations.
• Strong understanding of analytical, organic, and inorganic chemistry principles.
• Proficiency in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Automated Laboratory Practices (GALP).
• Practical knowledge of laboratory safety and biosafety protocols.
• Ability to design analytical techniques and develop new methods of analysis.
• Knowledge of information systems, physics, and statistics.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Sciex equipment, specifically QT RAP NA00+ and X500 QTOF.

Key Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree