The incumbent in this position will analyze post-mortem specimens for alcohol, drugs, poisons, and DUI analyses.  The incumbent will also operate gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and other analytical instruments.  Responsibilities will also include preparing and presenting findings in written reports, as well as serving as an expert witness in court. In addition, the incumbent will also be required to perform other duties as needed.

Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements.  Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.

1. Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forensic Science or related field.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Prepares samples for instrument analysis, interprets instrument recordings and documents test results.
   
• Uses analytical chemistry techniques including state-of-the-art instrumentation to gather data involving samples.
   
• Analyzes laboratory data to determine quantity and quality of toxins, pathogens, chemical and biochemical constituents.
   
• Prepares reports identifying samples, explains testing methods and documents findings and conclusions of analysis.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Analytical Chemist II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

All DHSS Hospital Campuses, including the Herman Holloway Campus, are a tobacco-free environment.

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/programs/index.shtml.

The application is evaluated based upon a rating of training and experience.

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