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The Laboratory Scientist in this position provides analytical support and carries out a range of professional laboratory assignments involving the analysis of human specimens and biological samples for a wide range of heavy metals. The analysis of human specimens and biological samples includes sample preparation quantitative analysis involving ICP-MS; LC-ICP-MS; ICP-MSMS; and GC-ICP-MS; and performing routine maintenance on laboratory equipment. This position reviews approved data through the current LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System). The Laboratory Scientist participates in methods evaluation methods development and validation of methods and documentation of laboratory methods in terms of written laboratory procedures practices and policies. Lastly this position assures that accurate data is obtained and reported in a timely manner to the appropriate follow-up programs throughout the state and country in support of public health decisions.
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To be considered for this position you must:
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Education
Possession of a bachelors degree in chemistry biochemistry biology microbiology forensic science or a related pure or applied science.
Experience
Three years of professional experience carrying out a variety of tests analyses or production and research activities involving chemical biochemical and biological samples specimens and products equivalent to a Laboratory Scientist including one year equivalent to a Laboratory Scientist P11.
The preferred and appointed candidate will be subject to pre-employment random post-accident reasonable suspicion return-to-duty and follow-up drug and/or alcohol testing.
Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 3350 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Lansing MI.
Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including but not limited to responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
As a Condition of Employment:this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check. If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.
TheDepartment of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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Accommodations
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