Forensic Scientist - Toxicology
Forensic Scientist - Toxicology
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$ 61235 - 100568
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Job Description
The Johnson County Sheriffs Office Criminalistics Laboratory is seeking qualified applicants to fill one Forensic Scientist position in our Toxicology Section. The major duties of this position include but are not limited to:
- Analyzing biological matrices for the presence of volatiles including ethanol
- Utilizing solid phase and/or supported liquid extraction techniques for screening/confirmation of blood and urine samples for the presence of illicit prescription and overthecounter
- Performing processing and reviewing GC/FID GC/MS ELISA and LCMS/MS instrumental data
- Participation in training competency testing and proficiency testing according to established protocols
- Performing technical review of batch and casework data
- Rigorously following all safety protocols standard operating procedures and quality assurance/quality control procedures
- Documenting and performing casework duties in accordance with published laboratory procedures with minimal errors and no pattern of deficiencies
- Assisting in ensuring conformance to laboratory accreditation standards
- Attending continuing education/training courses workshops seminars conferences and professional meetings as time and resources allow
- Participating in method validation/verification studies as needed
- Providing expert testimony in courts of law as subpoenaed
The position will be hired as a Forensic Scientist or Senior Forensic Scientist based upon qualifications and experience. The 2025 salary ranges minimum Forensic Scientist to maximum Senior Forensic Scientist are $29.44 $48.35 $61235 $100568 annualized).
Work Schedule: 40 hours MondayFriday. Flexibility in start times and length of workdays (up to 12 hours) is available.
Job Requirements
Educational Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a bachelors or advanced degree in a chemical physical or biological science forensic science or other relevant field.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience working in a forensic toxicology laboratory to include successful completion of a documented training program from an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited private local state or federal forensic science laboratory with demonstration of competency
- Independent knowledge of the theoretical principles and applications of instrumentation and methodologies used to analyze specimens submitted to the laboratory
- Documented training and demonstrated knowledge to the effects of alcohol and/or on human performance and behavior
- Professional experience using basic laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation (i.e. ELISA GC/MS GC/FID and LCMS/MS) to identify volatiles and/or in biological samples
- Knowledge skills and ability to testify in court through experience and/or training
- Ability to work independently set priorities work efficiently keep accurate records accurately analyze samples correctly interpret data and develop reasonable conclusions
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality assurance/quality control procedures
Experience Requirements
- Forensic Scientist: Successful completion of a Forensic Toxicology training program with demonstrated competency. Two 2 years of experience in a forensic laboratory performing forensic toxicological analyses. Salary range: $29.44 $44.16 $61235 $91853 annualized).
- Senior Forensic Scientist: Successful completion of a Forensic Toxicology training program with demonstrated competency. Five 5 years of independent forensic casework in the discipline of Toxicology. Courtroom testimony experience. Salary range: $32.23 $48.35 $67038 $100568 annualized).
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification as a Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT).
An acceptable driving record is required. This position requires successful completion of an extensive background check which includesa psychological evaluation polygraph and a drug screen.
Employment Type
Full-Time
