Certifying Scientist

Labcorp; Georgia; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO or FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Certifying Scientist to join our team in Houston, TX. This role certifies and releases drug test results and reviews initial and confirmation data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. or advanced degree with clinical testing experience, or a Bachelor’s with several years of experience. The position requires attention to detail, teamwork, and willingness to work the 3rd shift with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Chemical or Biological Science OR a Master’s in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with 1 year or more of clinical testing OR a Bachelor’s in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with 2 years or more of clinical testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Certify and release drug test results.
• Perform certification review of initial and confirmation data.
• Enter and report test results for all specimens.
• Verify chain of custody, quality controls, and calibrations.
• Provide technical, interpretive, and regulatory consultation and assistance to clients.
• Ensure initial technical review is complete and accurate.
• Perform GC/MS, LC/MS/MS and GC/FID certification per SOPs.
• Follow quality procedures for security and confidentiality.
• Review chain of custody procedures with accuracy and consistency.
• Identify and resolve quality control issues promptly.
• Assist in preparation of litigation packages and affidavits as needed.
• Consult with laboratory staff on routine testing issues.
• Prepare and participate in inspections and audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independence and teamwork

Color vision testing ability

Education

PhD in Chemical or Biological Science

MS in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with 1+ year of clinical testing

BS in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with 2+ years of clinical testing

Tools

GC/MS

LC/MS/MS

GC/FID

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Certifying Scientist to join our team in Houston, TX.

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 10:00pm-6:30am
Shift: 3rd, this position is eligible for a shift differential

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for certifying and releasing drug test results
• Perform certification review of allinitialand confirmation data
• Accurately enter and report test results for all specimens
• Verification of all chain of custody documents, quality controls, and calibrations
• Provide technical, interpretive, and/or regulatory consultation andassistanceto clients
• Ensure theinitialtechnical review is complete andaccurate
• Perform GC/MS, LC/MS/MSand GC/FID certificationin accordance withSOPs
• Understand and follow quality procedures and protocols for security and confidentiality
• Review and follow chain of custody procedures with accuracy and consistency
• Identifyand resolve quality control issuesin a timely manner
• Assistin preparation of litigation packages andaffidavitswhen necessary
• Consult with laboratory technical staffregardingroutine testing issues and practices
• Prepare andparticipatein inspections and audits whenrequired
• Adhere to all regulatory and standard operating procedure requirements
• Maintain a safe work environment and wearappropriate personalprotective equipment

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical or Biological Science OR Master’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with 1 year or more of clinical testing OR Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology with 2 years or more of clinical testing experience

Preferred Qualification

• Current or prior Labcorp experience
• 3 months or more of Certifying Scientist or Toxicology experience
• 6 months or more chromatography and/or mass spectrometry experience

Additional Job Standards

• Certifying Scientist and Toxicology experience
• In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirements
• Qualify as an NLCP Certifying Scientist in an appropriate time frame
• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• Experience working in a high volume laboratory environment
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Excellent research and problem resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at a given time
• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.Employees who are regularly scheduled toworka 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO, For more detailed information , click here.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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