Forensic Extractions Lab Tech | Data Entry & Wet Chemistry

Axis Forensic Toxicology, Inc.; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k match

PTO 15+ days

Job summary

Axis Forensic Toxicology, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a detail-oriented Extractions lab technician. Primary duties include data entry into our LIMS, ordering tests, and preparing initial qualitative aliquots, with cross-training opportunities across the wet chemistry department.

The role emphasizes accuracy, SOP adherence, and collaborative teamwork in a busy toxicology laboratory. Typical schedule and competitive benefits accompany the hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of basic chemistry principles, concepts and methods.
• Ethical conduct and integrity in the workplace.
• Strong organizational skills and adherence to procedures.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy in daily tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication, reading journals and procedures.
• Adept at basic math and data interpretation.
• Ability to apply logical thinking to problems.
• Familiarity with LIMS and MS Office software.
• Professionalism and teamwork in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Quantitatively aliquots blood and urine specimens for testing.
• Quantitatively aliquots controls and standards for testing.
• Performs liquid-liquid, solid-phase, and protein precipitation extractions.
• Proper disposal of specimens.
• Data entry of casework into LIMS.
• Participates in improvement of analytical methodologies.
• Follows SOPs, safety and documentation procedures.
• Completes assignments based on priorities and deadlines.
• Identifies problems affecting test performance and takes action.
• Continuously seeks quality improvements.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Chemistry principles

Ethics

Organizational skills

Quality focus

Communication

Mathematical skills

Reasoning

LIMS & MS Office

Professionalism

Education

Two-year Life Science degree

Tools

LIMS database

Microsoft Office

Job description

Axis Forensic Toxicology, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a detail-oriented Extractions lab technician. Primary duties include data entry into our LIMS, ordering tests, and preparing initial qualitative aliquots, with cross-training opportunities across the wet chemistry department.

The role emphasizes accuracy, SOP adherence, and collaborative teamwork in a busy toxicology laboratory. Typical schedule and competitive benefits accompany the hourly wage.