Method Development Chemist Jobs in Phoenix, AZ (NOW HIRING)

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 $300.00 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.
Public Health Scientist I - II
Job Location:
Address: 250 N 17th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $55,902 - $74,778 Grade: 22
*In-Person Only*
We are currently hiring for two openings for this position
Job Summary:
Performs inorganic and organic laboratory analyses on clinical (human blood, serum, urine), water, and food samples using complex analytical instrumentation of one or more of the following platforms: ICP-QQQ, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, GC-QQQ, and/or LC-HRMS. Position supports work under the ADHS PHEP grant as well as supporting testing in the ADHS Chemical Emergency Response and Environmental Emergency Response Programs. All analytical works performed in adherence to the CLIA 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 subsequent validations as needed. Position may be required to travel in support of the PHEP grant. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties:
Performs instrument analysis on 1 or more of the platforms ICP-MS, LC-MS, & GC-MS.
Primary and secondary data review of analytical data generated in support of the program.
Performs instrument maintenance/troubleshooting on 1 or more of the platforms ICP-MS, LC-MS, & GC/MS.
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.
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) data entry and sample accessioning.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
- Chemistry, chemical terminology, and related concepts in biology, physics and mathematics.
- Conversion factors.
- General chemical laboratory methods, procedures, equipment, and associated technology.
- Chemical incompatibilities.
- How the quality assurance team interacts with analytical chemistry.
- How quality controls are used to ensure accuracy and precision are within acceptable limits
- Ethical boundaries with regards to laboratory processes.
- General laboratory safety protocols involving involving both chemical and biological substances.
- Performance Management (PM), and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies.
Skill in:
- Chemical laboratory testing and interpretation.
- Using and maintaining laboratory instrumentation and sample prep equipment.
- Use of analytical balances.
- Pipetting technique.
- Maintaining accuracy and precision in lab work.
- Applying safety precautions and procedures in everyday work to minimize hazards to self and others.
Ability to:
- Establish and maintain effective work relationships.
- Communicate verbally and in writing.
- Maintain accurate laboratory notes.
- Write technical reports.
- Use laboratory and support software, adhere to existing quality assurance quality control protocols, maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- 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.
Selective Preference(s):
Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in a laboratory science to include 12 semester hours in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or related field from a nationally accredited college or university. A foreign degree must be previously determined to be equivalent by a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
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 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 emailing nicole.zawacki@azdhs.gov. 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.