What are the responsibilities and job description for the FERN ANALYTICAL CHEMIST (PHS 1 - 3) position at Arizona Department of Health Services?
DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES
The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $437.50 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.
FERN ANALYTICAL CHEMIST
(PHS 1 - 3)
Job Location:
Address: 250 N 17th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details
Salary: $55,902 - $74,778
Grade: 18 - 22
Job Summary
This position is responsible for assisting with the FDA Food Emergency Response Network (FERN) program. This position will perform tasks for the FDA Laboratory Flexible Funding Model (LFFM) grant deliverables. This includes performing analysis on food matrices using ICP-MS, ICP-OES, GC-MS, and LC-HRMS. All analytical works performed in adherence to the ISO 17025 accreditation and ADHS Laboratory QA/QC protocols. Bench work includes samples prep, sample analysis and the interpretation of test results. Additional work includes LIMS data entry, the ordering of supplies/consumables, instrument maintenance, instrument/method troubleshooting, waste disposal, and general adherence to Good Laboratory Practices. Works directly with chemicals and common laboratory hazards (gases, cryogenic sample prep) as well as analytical processes that may involve microwave digestion and/or solvent extraction. Performs method development and FDA validations as needed. Position may be required to travel in support of the LFFM grant. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties
Perform instrument analyses on food matrices using ICP-MS, ICP-OES, GC-MS, and LC-HRMS. The instrument vendors includes Agilent 7700x ICP-MS with MassHunter software, Thermo iCap Pro ICP-OES with Qtegra software, Agilent GC-MS with Chemstation and Masshunter software, and Thermo QExactive LC-HRMS with Tracefinder software.
Primary and secondary data review of analytical data generated in support of the program.
Performs instrument maintenance/troubleshooting on ICP-MS, ICP-OES, GC-MS, and LC-HRMS.
Processing of a sample to a matrix that is amenable to the analytical instrument performing the measurement.
Orders and accepts program supplies for work unit as needed.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge Of:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or in a related field with 4 years of experience. Master’s degree and certification in related field may substitute for one year of experience. Doctorate in related field may substitute for two years of experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Driver's License.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement
To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.
Contact Us
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-1085. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules, flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career, from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package, including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Program, where eligible employees can receive up to $437.50 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.
FERN ANALYTICAL CHEMIST
(PHS 1 - 3)
Job Location:
Address: 250 N 17th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details
Salary: $55,902 - $74,778
Grade: 18 - 22
Job Summary
This position is responsible for assisting with the FDA Food Emergency Response Network (FERN) program. This position will perform tasks for the FDA Laboratory Flexible Funding Model (LFFM) grant deliverables. This includes performing analysis on food matrices using ICP-MS, ICP-OES, GC-MS, and LC-HRMS. All analytical works performed in adherence to the ISO 17025 accreditation and ADHS Laboratory QA/QC protocols. Bench work includes samples prep, sample analysis and the interpretation of test results. Additional work includes LIMS data entry, the ordering of supplies/consumables, instrument maintenance, instrument/method troubleshooting, waste disposal, and general adherence to Good Laboratory Practices. Works directly with chemicals and common laboratory hazards (gases, cryogenic sample prep) as well as analytical processes that may involve microwave digestion and/or solvent extraction. Performs method development and FDA validations as needed. Position may be required to travel in support of the LFFM grant. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties
Perform instrument analyses on food matrices using ICP-MS, ICP-OES, GC-MS, and LC-HRMS. The instrument vendors includes Agilent 7700x ICP-MS with MassHunter software, Thermo iCap Pro ICP-OES with Qtegra software, Agilent GC-MS with Chemstation and Masshunter software, and Thermo QExactive LC-HRMS with Tracefinder software.
Primary and secondary data review of analytical data generated in support of the program.
Performs instrument maintenance/troubleshooting on ICP-MS, ICP-OES, GC-MS, and LC-HRMS.
Processing of a sample to a matrix that is amenable to the analytical instrument performing the measurement.
Orders and accepts program supplies for work unit as needed.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge Of:
- General analytical techniques, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and physical chemistry; qualitative/quantitative chemistry principles.
- Theory and operation of analytical instruments.
- Safe laboratory practices.
- Scientific method.
- Interpersonal communication
- Troubleshooting an analytical method or instrument.
- Performance Management (PM), Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), and Lean methodologies.
- Manual dexterity, glassware set up, and sample transfer.
- Time management.
- Communication both written and oral.
- Research skills.
- Diagnostic capability to recognize when an instrument is not performing optimally.
- Evaluating data packages and determining whether they meet acceptance criteria.
- Flexibility in problem-solving and creativity to approach problems from a new perspective.
- Comprehension of proportions and mathematical concepts to ensure proper preparation of standards, correct dilutions of extracts, and accurate calculation of final results.
- Safe handling of pumps, large gas cylinders, and other pressurized devices, etc.
- Organizational skills: keeping all records required by State law; tracking and documenting preparation of standards; maintaining chain-of-custody status for samples being analyzed; ensuring that samples are prepared and analyzed within mandated time frames.
- Operate a variety of analytical instruments to achieve valid analytical data.
- Perform troubleshooting procedures and make appropriate changes or repairs to the instrumentation.
- Develop and implement procedure for routine and non-routine analytical equipment.
- Use meters, analytical balances, extractors, and other ancillary equipment.
- Manual dexterity in handling glassware, syringes, pipettes, etc. for sample preparation and transfer activities.
- Verbal communication abilities: training activities; telephone consultations with laboratorians around the country; legal depositions or court appearances as required.
- Manual dexterity to manipulate small or fine parts of instruments, control flow in a volumetric pipette, fine adjustments on instruments controls, and align instrument components to insure pathways are correct.
- Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or in a related field with 4 years of experience. Master’s degree and certification in related field may substitute for one year of experience. Doctorate in related field may substitute for two years of experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Driver's License.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement
To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.
Contact Us
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-1085. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
Salary : $55,902 - $74,778
