CHEMIST I OR CHEMIST II

Job no: 244179-AS
Work type: Onsite, Staff-Full Time
Department: WSLH/CHEMICAL RESPONSE
Location: Madison
Categories: Public Health Laboratory Sciences



Job Summary:

The Chemical Emergency Response (CER) Program performs clinical testing for human exposure to chemical threats. This is a chemist position within the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH), performing duties under the general supervision of the CER Program Supervisor.

This position will have a strong focus on LIMS Administration to meet clinical program objectives. This position will also have analytical responsibility for the determination of chemical threat agents and their metabolites, chemical unknowns, and other environmental hazards using gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GCMS), liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LCMSMS), and other instrumentation. Analytical operation, method development, method optimization, training, and collaboration with internal and external partners are also central responsibilities. This position will have the opportunity to work with other state and federal agencies, including participation at professional conferences.

About the Job:

Chemist I (HS048)
Chemist II (HS092)

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Education:

Required
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Clinical Chemistry or other appropriate science field is required.

Qualifications:

Minimum 1 years of laboratory experience is required for Chemist I title.
Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience is required for Chemist II title.

Interest in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) administration preferred.
Analytical experience in GCMS, LCMS, or LCMSMS is preferred.
Experience working in an accredited laboratory environment employing QA/QC practices is preferred.

Additional Information:

This position regularly requires the individual to work with blood and other clinical sample matrices.

Possession of a valid driver's license and driving record that meets University of Wisconsin Risk Management guidelines is desired.

This position requires occasional work on weekends and shifts involving overnight hours.

Knowledge of organics, inorganic, quantitative, qualitative, and instrumental chemistry. Knowledge of trace element determination and clean laboratory environments. Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance procedures and statistics. Knowledge of laboratory safety and good laboratory practice. Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to work effectively as a team member.
Knowledge of laboratory regulatory requirements.

As defined by the Americans with Disabilities act, the employee must be able to perform the essential job functions as outlined in the position vacancy listing with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum salary $45,643 for Chemist I title
Minimum salary $52,318 for Chemist II title

Department(s):

A524010-WI STATE LAB OF HYGIENE/CHEMICAL RESPONSE

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

This position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $45,643 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

To begin the application process please click on the "" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV, a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position, and a document listing contact information for three (3) references, including at least one supervisor.

If you have questions, you may email hrstaff@slh.wisc.edu or call Dan Makovec, 608-890-1011.

Contact:

Dan Makovec
hrstaff@slh.wisc.edu
608-890-1011
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )





Official Title:

Chemist I(HS048) or Chemist II(HS092)

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

244179-AS

The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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Applications Open: Oct 26 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Nov 17 2021 11:55 PM Central Standard Time