Radiochemistry Scientist — Public Health Lab (Richmond)

Department-of-General-Services; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of General Services in Virginia seeks a Radiochemistry Scientist to perform complex testing in the DCLS laboratory and provide technical guidance to internal and external customers. The role emphasizes QA/QC, data integrity in LIMS, and safe, compliant operations on-site in Richmond.

Responsibilities include method verification/validation, data interpretation, and collaboration with public health, agriculture, and environmental agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory safety practices and lab operations for handling chemical, microbiological, infectious or toxic materials.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation and mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of chemical principles and laboratory procedures.
• Knowledge of QA and QC procedures.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Good technical skills and attention to detail, ability to follow procedures and solve problems.
• Ability to accession samples and report results accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly complex testing and manage workload priorities with data integrity in LIMS.
• Ensure accuracy of test results, perform QA/QC procedures and troubleshoot methods.
• Maintain professional relationships and provide responsive support to customers.
• Support mission through effective teamwork.
• Ensure a safe, secure, and compliant work environment.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Laboratory operations

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Data interpretation

Workload prioritization

After-hours flexibility

Tools

LIMS

MS Office

Laboratory software

Job description

Department of General Services in Virginia seeks a Radiochemistry Scientist to perform complex testing in the DCLS laboratory and provide technical guidance to internal and external customers. The role emphasizes QA/QC, data integrity in LIMS, and safe, compliant operations on-site in Richmond.

Responsibilities include method verification/validation, data interpretation, and collaboration with public health, agriculture, and environmental agencies.