

Forensic Technologist
Actalent
02/21/2022
Posting ID: JP-002659479
Description:
Technologists in Forensic Labs focus on drug screening working within or between three divisions:
Forensic Screening:
Performs automated immunoassays screening usually urine samples
Testing is mostly through machine automation
Sometimes use Mass Spectrometry to confirm positive samples
Biochemistry backgrounds do well here
Forensic Extractions:
Extracts confirming samples for analysis using gas or liquid chromatography with mass spectrometry. The actual chromatography and mass spectrometry are performed in instrumentation.
Organic extractions, pulling drug out of samples to isolate for analysis
Similar to bench chemistry, not analytical
Traditional organic chemistry experience/ interest does well here
Forensic Instrumentations:
Set up on GCM and GLC/MS
Perform chromatography and mass spectrometry on extracted samples
Run methods, looking at data, analyzing and reporting results, verifying each other's work
Analytical chemistry experience/interest does well here
All the work is highly regulated and SOP based
Provides opportunity for excellent foundational experience and work experience. Typically new grads enjoy this environment to learn.
Skills:
laboratory, Forensic, Sample Prep, mass spectrometry, chemistry, bench chemistry, biology, urine analysis, drug testing, specimen processing, Pipetting
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in science (biology, chemistry, biochemistry, etc)
Close attention to detail (verified by references)
Excellent research and problem resolution skills
Able to work in a fast paced production environment to meet established turnaround times
Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage time
Excellent research and problem resolution skills
Must be able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Nice to have qualification:
Previous experience working in a repetitive or high volume role (serving, food industry, etc)
They have seen a lot of success with individuals who are wanting to be in a lab during their gap year before additional schooling, entry level biology,
About Actalent:
Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Contact Information
Recruiter: Jean Chambers
Phone: (410) 579-3072
Email: jchambers@careercircle.com