Forensic Toxicologist – Criminalist

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) seeks a Criminalist / Toxicologist in its Forensic Services - Toxicology Department to perform complex analyses and provide criminal justice testimony. A baccalaureate degree is required, with specific experience in forensic lab techniques and evidence handling.

Candidates must meet Class III officer requirements and complete SC Criminal Justice Academy training.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree in chemistry with at least 30 semester hours in chemistry.
• Ability to meet Class 3 certified officer requirements and complete SC Academy training.
• Knowledge of forensic laboratory techniques including MS, GC, LC, immunoassays and extractions.
• Ability to interpret findings, prepare reports, and testify in court.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex chemical analyses on body fluids and tissues using MS, GC, LC, and immunoassays; document results.
• Participate in training programs related to toxicology and safety topics.
• Serve as an expert witness in forensic toxicology.
• Assist with evaluation, maintenance, and calibration of instrumentation; maintain custody of evidence.
• Follow QA and safety procedures and assist with accreditation-related tasks.
• Maintain knowledge of foreign compounds and their effects on individuals.

Skills

Forensic toxicology knowledge

Evidence handling

Court testimony

Laboratory analysis

Education

Baccalaureate degree in chemistry or related science

Tools

Mass Spectrometry

Gas Chromatography

Liquid Chromatography

Immunoassays (ELISA)

Job description

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) seeks a Criminalist / Toxicologist in its Forensic Services - Toxicology Department to perform complex analyses and provide criminal justice testimony. A baccalaureate degree is required, with specific experience in forensic lab techniques and evidence handling.

Candidates must meet Class III officer requirements and complete SC Criminal Justice Academy training.