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Website Commonwealth of Virginia
Job Description:
The Virginia Department of Forensic Science is seeking a qualified individual to perform forensic chemical analyses of suspected controlled substances in the Eastern Regional Laboratory located in Norfolk. The successful candidate will: 1) use current state-of-the-art methodologies and instrumentation to analyze controlled substances; 2) prepare Certificates of Analysis on findings for use by the criminal justice system; and 3) testify in court as a qualified expert for the Commonwealth at criminal proceedings as to the results of laboratory findings and perform other duties assigned. This position requires occasional overnight travel and employee will provide own transportation as required.
Job Responsibilities:
- This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
- Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office at 804.786.0150 or [email protected] for additional information.
- Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
- Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.
- Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position.
- Applications for this position must be submitted electronically, through this website, no later than the cut-off date stated in the announcement unless noted otherwise.
- Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume and required transcripts (if applicable).
- Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified
- Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of
- Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Job Requirements:
- Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures; quality assurance/quality control and laboratory practices; instrumental analysis and experience in forensic drug analysis required
- Valid driver’s license and/or other means of reliable transportation
- Must be able to analyze data, develop sound conclusions, maintain accurate records, and solve technical problems
- Knowledge of basic theoretical principles and applications of the instrumentation and methodologies used to analyze controlled substances (e.g., Color Tests, TLC, GC, GC/MS, FTIR)
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Qualification & Experience:
- Advanced degree in a related scientific field
- Work Experience in an accredited forensic science laboratory
- Experience in forensic related teaching/training
- Work experience presenting testimony in a court of law as an expert witness
Job Details:
Company: Commonwealth of Virginia
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Job Functions: Information Technology
Job Location: Norfolk, VA, US
Application Deadline: N/A
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