State of Connecticut – Director of
Toxicology
Once in a lifetime…..
Sometimes you can wait a lifetime for the opportunity to create your own
vision.
The State of Connecticut is offering you that opportunity NOW-as Director of
the Controlled Substances and Toxicology Laboratory, in the Scientific Services
Division, Department of Public Safety, which has one of the most professional
and prestigious reputations in the United States.
As Chief Toxicologist, you can focus your energies on directing staff and
operations of the laboratory, as administrative responsibilities are shared.
Your working environment will be with a highly dedicated and professional staff
supported by cutting edge tools and technology.
We are seeking an individual with proven leadership abilities, a passion for
research and development, and the ability to complete the laboratory
accreditation process. Responsibilities include: Directs staff and scientific
operations of a forensic toxicology laboratory; coordinates, plans and manages
laboratory programs; formulates program goals and develops laboratory policy;
develops and implements techniques necessary to examine chemical and biological
evidence; researches new methodology; reviews laboratory findings and supervises
report preparation; interprets and administers pertinent laws; trains,
supervises and evaluates staff; responds to queries regarding drug effects and
chemical actions; serves as expert witness on relevant issues in court cases;
performs related duties as required.
To qualify for this position you must have a minimum of 10 years experience
and training in toxicology, criminalistics, a public health or general
toxicology laboratory. Two years of this experience must have been in a
supervisory capacity in a major program in forensic toxicology. Passing an
extensive background check is a hiring requirement. The ideal candidate will
have a Ph.D. in Toxicology, pharmacology or related biological or chemical
science and will be Board Certified or eligible for Board Certification in
Forensic Toxicology.
In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Connecticut total
compensation plan includes a generous benefit package worth over 36% of an
employees’ annual salary. Benefits and options include: a choice of medical
& dental plans designed to suit your need, long & short term disability,
life insurance, an excellent retirement plan, deferred compensation plan, 12
paid holidays, personal leave days, sick time and a generous vacation plan.
Please forward your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: P.
McLaughlin Manager of Recruitment Department of Administrative Services State of
Connecticut 165 Capitol Avenue, G-1 Hartford, CT 06106 Fax (860) 713-7323
Closing Date: Open until filled Phone: (860) 713-5253 E-mail:[email protected]
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