Analytical Chemist Iii - Wilmington, United States - State of Delaware

State of Delaware

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Wilmington, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

At the Lead level, the incumbent reports directly to the Forensic toxicology Casework Lab Manager I.

Responsibilities include analysis of complex biological matrices for both postmortem and DUI/other cases; processing and review of batch paperwork; operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of analytical equipment and instrumentation; preparation of standards and reagents; participation in internal audits; and testimony in court.

Essential Functions:

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.

Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Prepares samples for instrument analysis, interprets instrument recordings and documents test results.
Uses analytical chemistry techniques including stateoftheart instrumentation to gather data involving samples.
Analyzes laboratory data to determine quantity and quality of toxins, pathogens, chemical and biochemical constituents.
Prepares reports identifying samples, explains testing methods and documents findings and conclusions of analysis.

Job Requirements:

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Analytical Chemist III
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Three years experience in generating and interpreting chemical test data by performing quantitative and/or qualitative statistical analysis.
Three years experience in selecting and modifying laboratory test methods and procedures.
Six months experience in conducting data review to ensure numerical input, calculations, formulas and interpretation of output is accurate, instruments were operating according to specifications, analytical procedures were followed and documentation is complete.
Three years experience in physical, organic, inorganic or analytical chemistry.
Three years experience in using laboratory equipment and instrumentation including calibration and maintenance.
Six months experience in technical report writing.

Additional Posting Information:

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules.

This position is eligible for
Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware's Alternative Work Arrangement Policy.

More information will be shared at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

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Selection Process:

Accommodations:

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce.

We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.