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Job Location drjobs

Ore, TX - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 33 - 53

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

GRADE

18

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Cannabis Administration Office of Laboratory Services Baltimore Maryland

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this fulltime contractual position is to perform a variety of laboratory tests assays and quality control studies on cannabis and hemp samples collected by the Maryland Cannabis Administrations Office of Laboratory Services. Under the direction of the Office of Laboratory Services Chemist this position will prepare cannabis samples for chemistry testing as well as perform chemistry assays. This position will also perform analytical chemistry techniques and analyses by using automated instrumentation and/or manual procedures to identify and/or quantify microorganisms or contaminants in cannabis samples.

Additionally this position will be responsible for safely handling and disposing infectious microorganisms radiochemicals and hazardous chemicals. Furthermore this position will be responsible for receiving processing and storing samples specimens and data before and/or after analysis in accordance with standard operating procedures. Finally this position will be responsible for monitoring and recording supply inventory as well as for storing supplies and reagents; verifying the accuracy of incoming deliveries; and checking both the expiration dates and the lot numbers to confirm appropriateness of use.

This position will require technical laboratory experience organization and attention to detail. This position will also require the ability to collaborate with the Scientists within the Maryland Cannabis Administrations Office of Laboratory Services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: ABachelors degree in Biochemistry; Biology; Biotechnology; Chemistry; Genetics; Immunology; Microbiology; Molecular Biology; Medical Technology; Pharmacy; or Zoology from an accredited college or university.

Experience: None.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces militaryservice experience as a Commissioned Officer in HealthScience Research Officer classifications or Medical Laboratory Specialists specialty codes in the Sciencerelatedfield of work on a yearforyear basis for the required education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09 Testing for Illegal Use of .

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Please report all related education experience dates and hours of work.Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S. any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee you will be responsible for paying 25 of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75 of the cost for these benefits.

You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MCA Office of Human Resources 849 International Drive Linthicum Maryland 21090. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm close of business on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload.Only additional materials which are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact MCAs Office of Human Resources ator. You may also reach us via email at

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division ator.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling:or MD TTY Relay Service at.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.

Employment Type

Full-Time

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