Quest Diagnostics · 23 hours ago
Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Scientist I
10101 Renner Blvd, Lenexa, KS, 66219, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expQuest Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic information services, and they are seeking a Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Scientist I. This position works within the Forensic Toxicology Laboratory and is responsible for all aspects of testing of donor specimens including specimen preparation and instrument operation.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsInformation ServicesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Maintain chain of custody of forensic specimens and follow approved sample handling procedures
Maintain competency in the following areas: follow all written procedures in departmental SOP, prepare and verify performance of all new reagents, ensure that all required calibrators and quality control samples are included in each batch, demonstrate good analytical technique with minimal failed loads, capable of performing routine maintenance of equipment utilized in area of responsibility, capable of programming sequence table for sample analysis, capable of basic data review
Maintain legible and complete documents
Maintain clean and organized work area
Perform and document checks of temperature dependent equipment
Participate in completion of method and/or instrument validation studies to quality standards
Participate in validation of new calibrators, controls and new or modified analytical procedures
Maintain acceptable productivity and quality levels, and notify Supervisor and/or Group Lead of equipment or production problems
Complete assigned continuing education activities and competency verification checks
Follow the direction of the Supervisor and/or Group Lead and adhere to all company and department policies
Complete all required quality control and quality assurance documentation related to job function
Follow work schedule as defined by the Supervisor
Maintain professional work environment
Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position
Qualification
Preferred
Minimum of one (1) year laboratory experience preferred
Knowledge of methods and procedures used by the laboratory preferred
BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology
Benefits
Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
HealthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
And so much more!
Company
Quest Diagnostics
Quest Diagnostics is a clinical laboratory that offers diagnostic testing, services, and information.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.6B2024-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.85B
2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $750M
1996-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Davis
Chief Executive Officer and President
Cecilia McKenney
SVP & Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
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