Forensic Scientist Data Review II
Abbott
Gretna, Louisiana
Full-Time
$20
OfficeExecutive
Forensic Scientist Data Review II (NDOT and DOT)
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
Abbott Rapid Diagnostics (formerly Alere) is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies. The position of DOT GC-LC/MS Operator/Transcriptionist is within Toxicology located at Gretna, LA at Alere Toxicology Services. In this role, the individual will be responsible for operating a Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer and LC-MS/MS for confirmatory testing in accordance with the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations for all non-negative test results. This job also requires the individual to perform QC duties.
What You’ll Work On
Process regulated samples that fall under SAMHSA/DOT regulations and are subject to interviews during NLCP inspection and/or audits
Operation of the GC/MS and/or LC-MS/MS instruments
Perform initial review of data
Preparation and extraction of samples for GC/MS and LC-MS/MS confirmation as needed
Operate lab equipment necessary to perform extraction as needed
Prepare validation samples for new controls, calibrators and reagents
Documentation of QC validation results
Storage of supplies and disposal of empty boxes as needed
Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information
Must comply with company policies
Required Qualifications
BS degree in science or equivalent related field
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced ability to understand analytical techniques and procedures
Advanced ability to understand laboratory instrumentation
Ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodies
Advanced ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems
Work Environment
Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment
May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials
Ability to lift and/or move 25 pounds
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The base pay for this position is
$20.85 – $41.75/hourIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.