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908 Devices · 3 weeks ago

Forensic Chemist II

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

908 Devices Inc. is revolutionizing chemical analysis with its innovative handheld devices. The Forensic Chemist II supports the portfolio of chemical detection devices, assisting law enforcement and emergency responders by analyzing data and ensuring scientific integrity in the development process.

BatteryChemicalHardwareManufacturing

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Review customer handheld data to provide preliminary analysis and further guidance

Recognize when additional verification testing or analysis is needed prior to submitting results to customers

Investigate and troubleshoot results that appear to be anomalies or out of trend

Ability to make keen observations on process anomalies, recommend process improvements, and articulate findings

Incorporate subject matter expertise into data interpretation, and recognize potential false-positives, and when additional verification testing or analysis is needed prior to submitting results to customers

Respond by phone/email/chat to client inquiries related to difficulties, questions or data review

Provide verbal and written reports for data analyzed in a timely manner

Observe and document trends in data analysis and report findings

Partner with other team members to develop and improve processes for service and logistics

Work with our Field Forensic Applications team to enhance overall customer experience

Collaborate with the larger forensic science community through conferences, and customer interactions

Participate in the onboarding and training of new analysts

Observe and document emerging drug trends worldwide, order and test chemical standards as necessary, and create reference spectra for library addition

Qualification

Mass SpectrometryRaman SpectroscopyFTIRChemical InstrumentationChemistry of DrugsAnalytical SkillsCustomer EngagementSOP UnderstandingCustomer Service ExperienceConcise CommunicationAttention to DetailProblem Solving

Required

Exposure to chemical instrumentation, and the interpretation of said data. Examples include mass spectrometry, Raman, FTIR, and NMR

Knowledge of the chemistry of drugs, explosives, pesticides, industrial toxins

Concise communication of scientific information in both oral and written formats to technical and non-technical audiences

The ability to engage with customers from a variety of backgrounds and experiences

Understanding of the importance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) as it pertains to forensic science

Previous hands-on time with portable analytical systems

Hazmat, CBRNE or forensics familiarity or direct experience

Experience in some customer service areas (retail, restaurant)

Ability to think critically and demonstrate troubleshooting/problem solving skills

Analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles

Ability to pay close attention to detail to carefully follow analytical procedures without losing sight of the bigger picture

Ability to articulate findings to multidisciplinary teams and customers with a variety of backgrounds in a manner that is thorough and easy to understand

Master's Degree in: Chemistry, Forensic Science or similar concentrations or Bachelor's Degree in: Chemistry, Forensic Science or similar concentrations with 2 years of experience in a laboratory setting