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The Toxicologist provides toxicology consultation, assessment, and technical writing support for environmental, occupational, equipment, and substance exposure concerns affecting military personnel. Reviews toxicity data, conducts literature reviews, develops toxicity clearances and assessments, characterizes dose-response and weight-of-evidence information, establishes safe exposure benchmarks, and recommends risk assessment improvements. Supports study design, Good Laboratory Practices, and clear technical reporting.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing projects from initiation to completion. Your role will involve planning, organizing, and executing projects within defined timelines, budgets, and scope. You will coordinate with cross-functional teams, set project objectives, and allocate resources accordingly. Your effective leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills will be essential in managing project risks, resolving issues, and ensuring successful project delivery. You will play a key role in driving project success, meeting client expectations, and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Toxicologist:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

• Oversee and administer contractor activities related to Forensic Toxicology.
• Serve as the director, providing leadership and expertise in Forensic Toxicology.
• Offer expert consultation to the military drug testing community and the Armed Forces Medical Examiner.
• Direct day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to protocols.
• Supervise analysts, technicians, clerical, and administrative support personnel.
• Chair research projects, overseeing their planning, execution, and completion.
• Introduce ideas for method development and improvement within the laboratory.
• Perform comprehensive reviews of analytical data, making evidence-based decisions for final case review.
• Contribute to screening and confirmation data, providing critical insights into toxicological analyses.
• Lead research teams, participating as an analyst in research programs.
• Implement improvements identified through research initiatives.
• Assist in budget planning for the laboratory, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Participate in contract development to minimize risks of critical reagent shortages and instrument usage disruptions.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Toxicology, or closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years or more of progressive experience in analytical toxicology.
• Expertise in a wide array of analytical techniques and instrumentation, with a focus on advanced and emerging technologies in toxicology.
• Extensive experience in leadership roles within analytical toxicology laboratories, including strategic planning and decision-making.
• In-depth understanding of and expertise in regulatory requirements, guidelines, and compliance in forensic and clinical toxicology.
• Proven leadership in implementing and maintaining rigorous quality assurance practices within a laboratory setting.
• Mut pass pre-employment requirements of Cherokee Federal.

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our affirmative action and equal opportunity employer statement, and accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, apply today! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.