Evening Negative Certifying Scientist – Forensic Toxicology

Quest Diagnostics; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Well-being programs

401(k) match

Education assistance

Annual incentive plans

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Lab Negative Certifying Scientist to review analytical data and ensure accuracy and defensibility of testing results before release. The role operates Tue–Sat, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM within the Forensic Toxicology Drug Testing Laboratory.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in chemical/biological sciences and six years of forensic analytical toxicology experience. In-house certifying training and compliance with federal and state regulations are required.

Qualifications

• Six years experience in forensic analytical toxicology or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or biological sciences, medical technology, or equivalent (Required)
• In-house Certifying Scientist training program and approval by the Laboratory Director to perform independent functions (Required)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Certifies negative and rejected drug testing results according to the Laboratory’s SOP Manual.
• Ensures that all test results reported by the laboratory are accurate and legally defensible.
• Describes the standard drug testing procedures from collection to negative certification in a court of law.
• Interacts with clients, medical review officers, call center representatives and sales staff in a professional manner to address questions pertaining to the drug testing process.
• Interacts with laboratory inspectors to demonstrate knowledge of lab SOPs, QC practices, analytical procedures, reporting procedures and regulations.
• Maintains proficiency in screening test area and troubleshooting instrumentation.
• Follows work schedule as defined by the Certifying Scientist Supervisor.
• Acts as a technical resource for department personnel and ensures proper chain of custody handling.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Sciences

Job description

Quest Diagnostics in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Lab Negative Certifying Scientist to review analytical data and ensure accuracy and defensibility of testing results before release. The role operates Tue–Sat, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM within the Forensic Toxicology Drug Testing Laboratory.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in chemical/biological sciences and six years of forensic analytical toxicology experience. In-house certifying training and compliance with federal and state regulations are required.