Forensic Lab Specimen Processing Technician

Socket.dev; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with company contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

USDTL is a global leader in forensic toxicology testing, serving hospitals, agencies and more. The Specimen Processing Technician will follow SOPs, maintain sample integrity, and support downstream testing in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires 2+ years of lab experience or a science degree, with full-time hours Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00am–5:30pm, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Two or more years relevant lab experience or equivalent degree.
• Experience following SOPs and HIPAA standards.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and chain of custody.

Responsibilities

• Locate, read, and follow SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized lab workspace.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems, document events.
• Complete Chain of Custody worksheets accurately.
• Proficient in sample preparation and preventing cross-contamination.
• Pipette and weigh aliquots; ensure sample integrity.

Skills

Lab experience

Education

Bachelor degree in Science

Job description

USDTL is a global leader in forensic toxicology testing, serving hospitals, agencies and more. The Specimen Processing Technician will follow SOPs, maintain sample integrity, and support downstream testing in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires 2+ years of lab experience or a science degree, with full-time hours Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00am–5:30pm, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage.