Forensic Toxicologist 2

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The Department of Pathology is currently seeking a full-time Forensic Toxicologist 2 to work on-site in Miami, FL.

CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Forensic Toxicologist 2 performs complex toxicology testing for blood and urine drug confirmations using advanced mass spectrometry techniques. The incumbent will be actively involved in analytical method validations which include method development, performing validation per laboratory guidelines and statistical analysis of data. Moreover, the Forensic Toxicologist 2 is actively involved in the quality assurance and quality control functions of the laboratory.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Analyzes and performs examinations on evidence to detect and quantify drugs, narcotics, poisons, or other controlled substances using instrumental and chemical techniques.
2. Applies advanced knowledge of principles, practices, instruments, and methods used in drug and toxicology analysis.
3. Explains laboratory analysis, instrumental techniques, procedures and theories clearly to the non-scientific audience.
4. Supports efforts to summarize toxicological literature.
5. Provides independent routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
6. Uses state-of-the-art chemical and biomedical instrumentation.
7. Serves as liaison to the courts and other external agencies by providing fact/expert witness testimony.
8. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required

Experience:
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff