Job Title: Confirmation Scientist I

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Confirmation Scientist I to join our growing toxicology laboratory. This role involves analyzing clinical samples, preparing laboratory solutions, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, and reviewing chromatography data to determine the presence and absence of toxicological compounds. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemistry, biology, and laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

• Follow all laboratory policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with regulatory guidelines set by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Laboratory Accreditation Program.
• Serve as a key operator responsible for LCMS instrumentation, the liquid handling system, and ancillary laboratory equipment to perform urine and oral fluid toxicology testing.
• Review and certify chromatography data for reporting in accordance with SOPs and quality control guidelines, seeking immediate corrective action for patient samples not meeting stringent criteria during data review.
• Maintain and monitor reagent and chemical solution integrity, quality assurance, and inventory, preparing or securing additional materials as needed.
• Perform equipment and instrumentation maintenance, calibration, verification, and repair for issues not covered under service contracts.
• Seek to continuously improve laboratory operations and quality assurance activities by evaluating opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and standardize practices, providing feedback to General and Technical Supervisors, implementing changes, and assisting in SOP updates.
• Independently participate in College of American Pathologists (CAP) Proficiency Testing (PT), internal alternative PT assessments, and external laboratory comparison studies.
• Organize, review, report, store, and archive laboratory data in accordance with approved SOPs, quality control guidelines, and supervisory instructions, ensuring that work requirements are completed in a timely, organized manner and in compliance with SOPs and CAP/CLIA regulations or guidelines.
• Ensure that facilities, equipment, supplies, and reagents are maintained and used in a safe manner and administered in accordance with applicable safety, occupational health, and environmental protection guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Strong background in Chemistry, Biology, and Biochemistry.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques including pipetting, ELISA, and specimen handling.
• Experience with Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (LCMS) and understanding of SOP and CLIA regulations.
• Ability to prepare laboratory solutions, calibrators, QCs, and reagents.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for sample preparation and instrumentation issues.
• Experience in reviewing and certifying chromatography data.
• Knowledge of toxicology and assay processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with College of American Pathologists (CAP) Proficiency Testing (PT).
• Ability to independently perform internal alternative PT assessments and external laboratory comparison studies.
• Strong organizational skills for data management and reporting.
• Ability to maintain reagent and chemical solution integrity and quality assurance.

Work Environment

This position requires onsite work in the Raleigh lab, with 2nd shift hours from 4 PM to 12 AM, Wednesday through Sunday. The work environment includes handling various laboratory instruments and chemicals, adhering to safety, occupational health, and environmental protection guidelines.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $26 - $27