Job Title: Technologist Trainee

Job Description

Run GCMS to analyze toxicology results and perform ELISA testing on oral fluid samples. Use sophisticated instruments for oral fluid testing and fluid extraction. Handle drug testing for various matrices, including urine, oral fluids, and blood, across different benches in toxicology. Review and confirm positive drug test results using GCMS. Ensure an 8am turnaround time, with the night shift primarily responsible for production. Manage 3 loads per shift (1 load = 88 samples), with fully trained technicians running up to 300 samples per shift. Collaborate with the department to handle approximately 500 samples across 2 shifts. Communicate effectively in written and verbal forms, and utilize computer skills for data entry and analysis. Maintain reliable transportation to and from the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, calibrate, and clean pipettes and, when necessary, instrumentation; troubleshoot as indicated.
• Follow quality control rules; monitor controls for error detection and take corrective action.
• Maintain laboratory records, maintenance logs, quality control charts, and reagent inventory.
• Perform drug testing for various matrices, including urine, oral fluids, and blood.
• Review and confirm positive drug test results using GCMS.
• Ensure timely turnaround of test results, with the night shift handling production primarily.
• Manage and process 3 loads per shift, with fully trained technicians running up to 300 samples per shift.
• Collaborate with the department to handle approximately 500 samples across 2 shifts.
• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.
• Utilize computer skills for data entry and analysis.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree (BS preferred, BA accepted) in life science - chemistry or biology.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Excellent research and problem resolution skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced production environment to meet established turnaround times.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Wet Chemistry experience preferred.
• Academic lab experience accepted.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forensic toxicology experience.
• Clinical laboratory experience.
• Experience with pipetting and laboratory instrumentation.

Work Environment

Train for 1-1.5 weeks on day shift for night shift. Work primarily during the night shift with specific hours: Sat 9-5:30pm on the GCMS bench and Mon-Fri 11:30pm-8am on the ELISA bench. The department consists of 120 people, ensuring support and training on off shifts. Closed on major holidays like Christmas Day and New Year's Day. The laboratory has a coffee bar accessible for night shift employees and a 24-hour quick check near the lab for breaks. This is a contract position with potential to move to a new line of business in April 2025 for Toxicology.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.20 - $27.20

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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