Forensic Scientist

Atlantic Diagnostic Laboratories LLC; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Diagnostic Laboratories LLC is seeking a Forensic Scientist to perform toxicology testing on blood, urine, and other specimens using established instrumental and manual methods. The role requires strict adherence to SOPs, quality control, and ongoing competency verification.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, Forensic Science, or a related field, with strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and

Qualifications

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable with initiative and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform toxicology testing on bloods, urine and other specimens.
• Follow SOPs and maintain quality control across batches.
• Prepare and verify reagents; monitor calibrators and QA samples.
• Record QC values and report issues to supervisors.
• Perform temperature checks on relevant equipment.
• Complete required continuing education and competency checks.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Analytical/problem solving

Attention to detail

Dependable/work ethic

Education

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field

Job description

Summary

The Forensic Scientist has primary responsibility for performing toxicology testing on bloods, urines and other specimens using instrumental and manual methods established by the laboratory.

Essential Job Functions

• Be alert and aware at all times to ensure safety, accuracy and efficiency.


• Maintain competency in the following areas:




• Follow all written procedures in departmental SOP


• Prepares and verifies performance of all new reagents


• Ensures that all required calibrators and quality control samples are included in each batch


• Demonstrates good analytical technique


• Capable of performing routine maintenance of equipment




• Record quality control values for each batch and notify Supervisor and/or Forensic Scientist II/III if unacceptable results are obtained.


• Perform and document temperature checks of temperature dependent equipment.


• Maintain acceptable productivity/service levels, and notify Supervisor and/or Forensic Scientist II/III of instrument or production problems.


• Complete assigned continuing education activities and competency verification checks.


• Follow the direction of the Supervisor and/or Forensic Scientist II/III and adhere to all company and department policies.


• Complete all required quality control and/or quality assurance documentation related to job function.


• Follow work schedule as defined by the Supervisor.


• Maintain professional working relationship with co-workers.


• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, Forensic Science or another related field


• Strong communications skills – written, verbal, and listening


• Strong organizational and complex problem-solving skills


• Dependable with a strong work ethic, initiative, flexibility and innovative thinking


• Accuracy with exceptional attention to detail