Toxicology Chemist

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs chemical analysis of body fluids, tissues and other specimens for presence of drugs, poisons and other chemicals

• Organizes and documents chemical analysis data

• Provides analysis information and testing status

• Documents analysis results and records the type of analysis ordered

• Reports testing results to supervisor

• Stores completed sample materials in the freezer

• Refers, prepares and sends samples for special testing to outside agencies for analysis

• Assists in development and modification of analytical methods

• Conducts parameter checks on instrumentation

• May testify in court on laboratory test results

• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a closely related field and three (3) years chemical analysis experience with biological materials; additional education in a related field may be substituted for experience

• Must be certified by the American Board of Forensic Toxicology, Analyst or Diplomate in forensic toxicology, or become certified within two years

• Good knowledge of chemical analysis and laboratory procedures; knowledge of statistical analysis; knowledge of basic personal computer operation

• Skill to record analysis results accurately

• Ability to organize and compile data; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate laboratory instruments such as fume hoods, centrifuges, gas chromatography, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, tissue homogenizer, immunoassay analyzer, analytical balance, micro computer and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and County employees.

• Must have available transportation during entire workday; must have a valid driver’s license.

• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from Federal Bureau of Investigation and Bexar County Sheriff’s Office

• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test

• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Working conditions are in an office environment

• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10 pounds

• Occasionally move about the office

• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Positions self to perform essential functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.