Assistant Toxicologist
Harris County – Houston Texas
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 9303-P
JOB TITLE: Assistant Toxicologist II
DEPARTMENT: Medical Examiner’s Office
HOURS: 40 Hours Per Week
SALARY: Will Be Discussed During Departmental Interview Based on 26 Pay
Periods
EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s degree in Toxicology, Chemistry, Biochemistry,
Pharmacology or related field and five (5) years experience in chromatographic
analysis is required OR A Master’s degree in Toxicology, Chemistry,
Biochemistry, Pharmacology or a related field and two (2) year of experience in
chromatographic analysis is required. Each 12 hours of advanced courses in
Toxicology may be substituted for one year of working experience.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE AND CAPABILITIES: Practical knowledge of operation and
maintenance of GC, GC/MS, HPLC and LC-MS. Professional knowledge of forensic
science and of principles/practices of quantitative/qualitative organic
chemistry. Knowledge of laboratory safety rules, regulations and procedures.
Skills in developing, adapting and evaluating analytical methods to identify and
quantitate a wide variety of unknown drugs and poisons.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Carries out laboratory examinations and analysis of exhibits
submitted by medical examiners and law enforcement agencies. Serves as an expert
witness representing technical report findings. Follows all protocols, including
Harris County Personnel Regulations, Medical Examiner’s Policies, method
manuals, safety and QA/QC procedures. Maintains safe and orderly work areas.
Responds to proficiency testing as required. Work involves regular and recurring
potential to solvents, strong acids and alkalis, as well as noxious odors from
decomposed tissues. Performs any other related duties as directed by the
Toxicologist and/or Laboratory Director.
HARRIS COUNTY HAS AN EMPLOYMENT AT WILL POLICY.
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled APPLY AT: 1310 PRAIRIE – SUITE 240
EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON PASSING A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK. COMPLETE
TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.
UPON RECEIVING A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT, ALL APPLICANTS ARE SCREENED
FOR THE PRESENCE OF ALCOHOL AND ILLEGAL DRUGS.
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