Forensic Scientist Data Review II

The Opportunity

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics (formerly Alere) is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies. The position of DOT GC-LC / MS Operator / Transcriptionist is within Toxicology located at Gretna, LA at Alere Toxicology Services. In this role, the individual will be responsible for operating a Gas Chromatograph / Mass Spectrometer and LC-MS / MS for confirmatory testing in accordance with the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations for all non-negative test results. This job also requires the individual to perform QC duties.

Shift :

Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday

9 : 00 pm to 7 : 30 am

What You’ll Work On

Process regulated samples that fall under SAMHSA / DOT regulations and are subject to interviews during NLCP inspection and / or audits

Operation of the GC / MS and / or LC-MS / MS instruments

Perform initial review of data

Preparation and extraction of samples for GC / MS and LC-MS / MS confirmation as needed

Operate lab equipment necessary to perform extraction as needed

Prepare validation samples for new controls, calibrators and reagents

Documentation of QC validation results

Storage of supplies and disposal of empty boxes as needed

Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information

Must comply with company policies

Required Qualifications

BS degree in science or equivalent related field

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced ability to understand analytical techniques and procedures

Advanced ability to understand laboratory instrumentation

Ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodies

Advanced ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems

Work Environment

Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment

May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials