Senior Forensic Chemist - NFSTC in Tampa, FL

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Provides technical expertise in the area of forensic chemistry through activities including but not limited to design and delivery of scientific experiments; analysis and interpretation of data; instrumentation and materials readiness activities; and quality assurance activities. Provides technical content development and instructional delivery. Performs research, testing, and evaluation activities and formal presentation of findings. Provides project coordination activities as assigned.

• Provides support for project planning activities including identification of site/location, contract resources, materials, equipment, etc.
• Provides project execution activities such as task/activity scheduling & follow up; costs/resource expenditure tracking; and status communication to team members.
• Performs project closeout activities including assistance with final reports and/or internal documentation in partnership with contracts administration.
• Liaises with Forensic Chemistry Section Leader to identify instructional objectives, design program of instruction and establish evaluation criteria. Partners with Forensic Chemistry Section Leader to ensure that instructional material is accurate and reflects current/relevant and appropriate information.
• Performs technical content development and/or accuracy review for training and technical materials. Develops and implements practical exercises and training scenarios that maintain relevancy with customer's current operations.
• Partners with instructional design team as needed to develop appropriate job aides and hands-on exercises.
• Prepares required course materials, scenario/exercise setup, instrumentation readiness, sample and reagent preparation; etc.
• Participates in cross-training and delivery of Forensic Science disciplines outside of subject matter expertise area as requested/assigned. Carry out instruction and training activities for class-room, laboratory, and e-learning environments.
• Engages with students for learning support, progress evaluation, coaching and remedial learning, and required documentation.
• Reviews and analyzes course evaluations to identify and implement appropriate material revisions along with efficiency/effectiveness improvements.
• Ensures course-related supplies and materials are maintained in compliance with government contracts, order procurement, and inventory control procedures.
• Identifies opportunities for test & evaluation activities. Conducts data analysis and evaluation; prepare presentation of findings (posters, white papers, presentations, etc.).
• Provide technical input to Laboratory Services area for infrastructure planning and readiness in the areas of equipment and materials resource needs.
• Carry out instrumentation maintenance activities and conduct troubleshooting as needed; provide liaison activities with service representatives.
• Assists with development and maintenance of laboratory standard operation policies and procedures for the Chemistry section. Maintains lab logbooks, documentation, and laboratory activities in compliance with established National Forensic Science Technology Center (NFSTC) quality assurance guidelines, standardized lab protocols and practices, as well as quality standards for forensic laboratories.
• Assures that quality standards are established and all laboratory activities are performed in accordance with NFSTC quality assurance guidelines, standardized lab protocols and practices, as well as quality standards for forensic laboratories.
• Prepares reagents, samples, and other readiness materials as needed. Performs hands-on activities in support of lab cleanliness and safety protocol compliance. Assists with the disposal and maintenance of biohazard materials and chemicals.
• Participates in cross-training and delivery of Forensic Science disciplines outside of subject matter expertise area as requested/assigned.
• Serves as a technical expert for National Forensic Science Technology Center (NFSTC) Analytical Chemistry activities. Represents NFSTC as a subject matter expert in forensic Chemistry through assigned community outreach activities and at professional events such as NDIA, AAFS, ACS, etc., as requested. Provides subject matter expertise reach back support for customer missions, primarily but not limited to support for USSCOM.
• Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, storms, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.

• Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, chemistry, toxicology, forensic sciences or related field required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years hands-on experience in forensic analytical chemistry in a laboratory setting required.

Must be eligible for Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance.

• Hands-on experience in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), Raman spectroscopy (RAMAN), Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIR ) and basic colorimetric technology.
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance relating to ISO 17020 and ISO 17025.
• Proficiency in establishing and enforcing laboratory safety protocols and standards.
• Experience writing technical reports.
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite.

Administrative

• Begin time: 8:30 AM
• End time: 5:00 PM

• Bio-Hazardous/Infectious Materials
• Hazardous Chemicals
• International Travel
• Needs personal protective equipment for the job
• Known/Suspected Human Carcinogens
• Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computer
• Compressed Gases/Liquids
• Laboratory Work
• Must carry/lift up to 50 lbs.

• Drug Screening
• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

• Ability to travel locally and nationally.
• Ability to travel internationally.
• This position is funded by an external funding source (e.g. a grant or contract)

Current Employee

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Prospective Employee

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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