Chemistry Technician II - (Temporary)

OSHR Temporary Solutions; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forensic Chemistry Technician II position is a technical role performing specimen accessioning and storage, plus basic LC-MS/MS-based assays in a post-mortem, forensic toxicology lab. This role supports the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and State Medical Examiner System in Raleigh, NC.

Job duties include accessioning, storage, record keeping, and coordination with outside agencies. A related chemistry degree or two years of lab experience is required, with the possibility of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical/biological sciences including related chemistry coursework.
• Associate degree in chemical/biological sciences with two years' related chemistry lab experience; or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Accessioning and specimen storage and discard.
• Filing and archiving of records.
• Coordinate external requests (DNA, outside testing).
• Reagent preparation and homogenization of tissues.
• Answer the main toxicology phone line and provide service to customers.
• Document legal matters involving toxicology casework; ensure timely handling.
• May testify in court on chain-of-custody and analytical results.

Skills

LC-MS/MS knowledge

Specimen handling

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical/biological sciences

Associate's degree with 2 years lab experience

Tools

Analytical lab equipment

Job description

Agency Office of State Human Resources Division Temporary Solutions Job Classification Title Chemistry Technician II (S) Position Number Grade NC07

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Description of Work Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. Visitwww.nctemporarysolutions.comfor employment information.Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position.All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job.OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs.Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.This temporary position is located at 4312 District Dr./ Raleigh (Wake County), with the Department of Health and Human Services/ PH - Epidemiology - State Lab & OCME.

Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $22.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

The Forensic Chemistry Technician II is a technical position performing specimen accessioning and storage as well as basic routine assays required by a post-mortem, forensic toxicology laboratory, such as volatiles analysis, colorimetric tests and single analyte quantitation assays using Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS).

This position supports the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and the State Medical Examiner System.

The Forensic Chemistry Technician II performs daily assignments provided to them by the Forensic Chemistry Supervisor I. These duties require experience in the operation of a variety of analytical laboratory equipment and the ability to deal with non-standard specimens.

Job duties include, but may not be limited to: Primarily responsible for accessioning, specimen storage and discard, filing and archiving, coordinating requests from outside agencies (DNA, outside testing), reagent making and homogenization of tissues to aid other laboratory staff, as well as telephone answering. Answering the main toxicology phone line to provide service to our customers for a variety of requests. Documentation of legal matters involving toxicology casework is critical, and these requests need to be handled in a timely manner. Results of the laboratory work are combined with preliminary autopsy findings to render final conclusions as to the cause and manner of death. The work is forensic in nature, and therefore, timeliness and accuracy of results are critical and of the utmost importance. The Forensic Chemistry Technician II may function as a factual witness for the laboratory on the subject of chain-of-custody and/or toxicological analysis, and if required, may render fact-based opinions and testimony in court concerning the technical testing performed.

Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor's degree in one of the chemical, biological, microbiological, environmental or natural resource sciences including related chemistry laboratory coursework from an appropriately accredited institution; or Associate's degree in one of the chemical, biological, microbiological, environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum including related chemistry laboratory coursework from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related chemistry laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.

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