Forensic Toxicologist III

Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs accessioning, analysis, and evaluation of evidence utilizing standardized and industry acceptable techniques.
• Analyzes evidence (biological or other) for the presence of drugs, alcohol, and other analytes and reports results.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment and quality control procedures.
• May conduct training instruction on lab procedures used by the laboratory.
• Prepares reagents and standards for use in analysis.
• Maintains lab and workspace cleanliness and organization.
• Provides technical and administrative review of analytical data and casework.
• May recommend changes to lab procedures.
• Participates in quality control monitoring of reagents, instrumentation, and processes.
• Maintains compliance with accreditation standards as directed.
• Prepares written reports and is prepared to testify at court proceedings.
• Performs other related duties involved in the operation of the Medical Examiner’s Office as assigned or required.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, or Computer Forensics

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• TO APPLY, must have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Toxicology, Medical Technology, or related sciences.
• TO APPLY, must have Four (4) full-time years of work experience in a forensic toxicology laboratory or other applicable laboratory experience.
• Note: Within Six (6) months of hire, must have a Texas license or provisional license as a forensic analyst in the appropriate job-specific category.
• Must possess the ability to use basic laboratory equipment, computer skills. Advanced laboratory instrumentation experience is preferred.

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