Forensic Toxicology Lab Technician | Growth & Stability

State of Utah; Taylorsville (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

The State of Utah's Utah Public Health Laboratory in Taylorsville seeks a Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Technician. The role involves bench work, sample prep, and analysis of drugs using LC-MS/MS, GC/MS, and ELISA with emphasis on accuracy and timely reporting.

Full-time or part-time status; benefits eligible. On-site work, statewide travel may be required. Background check and drug test are standard requirements for this position.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with biological matrices clinical testing techniques.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field (near completion acceptable).
• Ability to travel within the state.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tasks as part of a team across multiple work duties.
• Prepare blood and urine samples for drugs of abuse and prescribed drugs.
• Operate LC-MS/MS, GC/MS and related instrumentation.
• Manage evidence and records in the LIMS system.
• Respond to requests for_final toxicology reports and preliminary reports.

Skills

Biological matrices testing

Time management

Communication skills

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field

Tools

GC/MS

LC-MS/MS

Immunoassay (ELISA)

Job description

The State of Utah's Utah Public Health Laboratory in Taylorsville seeks a Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Technician. The role involves bench work, sample prep, and analysis of drugs using LC-MS/MS, GC/MS, and ELISA with emphasis on accuracy and timely reporting.

Full-time or part-time status; benefits eligible. On-site work, statewide travel may be required. Background check and drug test are standard requirements for this position.