Virginia Department of Forensic Science
Position Detail
To be considered for this position, an application must be completed using the state's Recruitment Management System (RMS), which may be accessed at: https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov. All selected candidates must pass a background security investigation.
| Job Title: | Forensic Toxicology Supervisor |
| Position Number: | CF386 |
| Closing: | open |
| Pay: | $85,827 - $109,539 per year |
| Section: | Toxicology |
| Location: | Richmond |
| Contact: | butch.martin@dfs.virginia.gov |
| Description: | |
OPEN UNTIL FILLED The Virginia Department of Forensic Science is seeking a qualified individual to supervise and perform toxicological analyses in the Central Forensic Laboratory. Incumbent will be responsible to supervise staff and independently perform analysis of human biofluids and tissues, developing/ modifying methodologies, interpreting results, preparing Certificates of Analyses, and interpreting and defending analyses in a court of law. Overnight travel is required and employee will provide own transportation as required.
Required qualifications: A Ph.D. in Toxicology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or closely related scientific field with sufficient toxicology courses and experience in toxicological analyses. Certification or eligibility for certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Forensic Toxicology; successful completion of and certification from a Forensic Toxicology training program; experience in courtroom testimony as an expert in the field; experience using basic laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation. The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and a valid driver’s license and/or other means of reliable transportation are also required.
Preferred qualifications: Experience supervising technical staff and experience in forensic related teaching/ training.
Selected candidates must provide a DNA sample via a buccal swab
(saliva sample), be fingerprinted and pass a security background check
Applicants must apply electronically using the State of Virginia’s Recruitment Management System (RMS). The RMS can be accessed using the link: https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov. Contact Butch Martin at (804)786-0150 for assistance.
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