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ASSISTANT TOXICOLOGIST POST MORTEM, LEAD

QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER

Recruitment #22-007550-0001

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GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Baltimore, MD

Main Purpose of Job

Laboratory accreditation standards require a dedicated quality assurance manager to ensure that the activities carried out by the laboratory meet accreditation standards. This position ensures all OCME Toxicology Laboratory operations conform to accreditation standards for the laboratory accrediting body. Additionally, this position ensures OCME operations conform to Maryland statutory and regulatory requirements.

This position will be managing and enforcing the laboratory policies and procedures ensuring the toxicology department remains in compliance with accreditation requirements, along with performing lead functions over the Assistant Toxicologist staff. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   A Master’s degree in chemistry, forensic chemistry, toxicology, pharmaceutical science, or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of forensic toxicology experience, including one year of performing quality assurance related duties. 

Certification: Diplomate or higher certification from the American Board of Forensic Toxicology or the ability to become certified within one year of eligibility.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates should possess the following:

  • Knowledge of college level chemistry, laboratory procedures, practices, and instruments.
  • Ability to learn the application of standard precautions in handling potentially infectious biological materials and hazardous chemicals.
  • Proficiency in excel for statistical analyses and other calculations.

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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