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Closing Date: May 15th, 2023 or upon receipt of 50 applicant submissions

Forensic Toxicology Lab Technician
Medical Examiner’s Office
Hourly Range: $21.82 - $24.92

Job Summary: The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office is charged with investigating and determining the cause and manner in each case of sudden, unexpected, or unusual death. The goal of the Toxicology Unit is to provide high quality timely analysis to assist the Medical Examiner’s Office in determination of cause and manner of death. Under the direction of the Forensic Technical Director, the Forensic Toxicology Lab Technician will assist in the daily functioning of the laboratory by communicating simple problem resolution, providing customer service, specimen accessioning, specimen preparation and set-up of toxicological analysis.

Job Responsibilities:

• Specimen Accessioning & Disposing. Accessioning biological and chemical evidence using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Transferring specimens to storage.
• Pre-analytical Sample Preparation. Assist the laboratory staff in preparation and set-up of needed samples and reagents necessary for extractions.
• Inventory and Supplies. Assist laboratory staff in maintaining proper inventory of supplies and assisting with equipment maintenance.
• ABFT Accreditation. Become and remain familiar with American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT) and ISO/IEC 17025 standards of accreditation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A current resident of Wisconsin
• Current Wisconsin Driver's License maintained throughout employment.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Natural Science, Applied Science, Technology, or in a closely related field
• At least one (1) year of related work experience in a forensic toxicology laboratory
• Intermediate knowledge and experience in use of Microsoft Office Software, specifically Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in an environment with loud noises and offensive smells over 75% of work time.
• Note: Position requires a criminal background check; felony and some misdemeanor convictions would be a barrier to employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the methods, principles, and practices of a forensic toxicology laboratory; skilled in the use of computer word processing applications; interviewing and report writing skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to hear and see to perform work safely; ability to stand, sit, or move for long periods of time; ability to work in an environment which may include unpleasant sights, sounds, and smells; and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others; ability to maintain sensitive or confidential information.

NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

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Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.

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