State of South Carolina
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Responsibilities Performs analyses of clinical specimens for exposure to chemical threat agents in support of the CDC Public Health Emergency Preparedness Cooperative Agreement and supports the Public Health Laboratory's Overdose Biosurveillance Program through the Overdose Data to Action in States Cooperative Agreement. Liaison with the CDC Division of Laboratory Services, which currently performs this type of testing. Assure full documentation of methods selected and of their validation. Performs qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of and experiments with inorganic and organic substances for exposure to chemical threats and biomonitoring/biosurveillance.
Conduct specimen preparation and analytical procedures to detect and monitor trace levels of chemical agents, including but not limited to blister agents, cyanide, heavy metals, nerve agents, ricin, and Lewisite. Perform analyses using advanced instrumentation, such as Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spec (LC-MS/MS), Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS), Liquid Chromatography-Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (LC-ICP-MS), and (High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry) HRMS. Develop, validate, and implement Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved chemical toxic agent methods for chemical terrorism response and biomonitoring/biosurveillance. Perform scientific calculations, prepare technical reports, and communicate data and results effectively to colleagues and stakeholders. Adhere strictly to quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) protocols and all laboratory safety regulations. Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of analytical instruments and laboratory equipment. Utilize Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and other specialized software used in the Public Health Laboratory. Collaborate with senior chemists on method selection, development, and continuous improvement projects. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment. Monitor and manage laboratory supplies and expendables. Participate in periodic meetings, trainings, and conferences to stay current in the field.
State Minimum Requirements A bachelor's degree in chemistry and experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment, including experience in operating and interpreting test results from complex analytical instrumentation such as gas, ion or liquid chromatographs or atomic absorption spectrophotometers; or a bachelor's degree in the natural sciences with academic credits in chemistry and experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment, including experience in operating and interpreting test results from complex analytical instrumentation such as gas, ion or liquid chromatographs or atomic absorption spectrophotometers. A doctorate in chemistry may be substituted for the required work experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements A bachelor's degree in chemistry and three years of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment, including experience in Mass Spectrometry. Experience using Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS), Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spec (LC-MS/MS), Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), and/or High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS); or a bachelor's degree in the natural sciences with a minimum of sixteen (16) academic credits in chemistry and five (5) years of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment, including experience in GC/MS, LC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, and/or HRMS. Ability to train personnel, work extended hours/weekends/holidays during emergency situations and exercises, make visual observations of specimens, reports, etc. Must be able to follow and adhere to all safety protocols. Ability to bend, climb, and stoop in order to work on laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
A Master’s Degree in Chemistry with at least one (1) year of experience working with analytical instrumentation and equipment including one or more of the following: LC-MS/MS, GC/MSD, ICP-MS, and/or HRMS with emphasis on analytical chemistry. A PhD in Chemistry. A strong background in Mass Spectrometry (MS), method development, separation science, instrument software, coding, and computers is highly desired. Preference given to those with toxicology and clinical analytical chemistry experience. Ability to perform public speaking. Experience with HRMS highly desired.
EEO The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn’t impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
Benefits
15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
15 days Sick Leave per year
13 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Additional information available.
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
Retirement benefit choices
State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
Hybrid Work The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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Work that makes a difference!
Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity
Responsibilities Performs analyses of clinical specimens for exposure to chemical threat agents in support of the CDC Public Health Emergency Preparedness Cooperative Agreement and supports the Public Health Laboratory's Overdose Biosurveillance Program through the Overdose Data to Action in States Cooperative Agreement. Liaison with the CDC Division of Laboratory Services, which currently performs this type of testing. Assure full documentation of methods selected and of their validation. Performs qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of and experiments with inorganic and organic substances for exposure to chemical threats and biomonitoring/biosurveillance.
Conduct specimen preparation and analytical procedures to detect and monitor trace levels of chemical agents, including but not limited to blister agents, cyanide, heavy metals, nerve agents, ricin, and Lewisite. Perform analyses using advanced instrumentation, such as Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spec (LC-MS/MS), Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS), Liquid Chromatography-Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (LC-ICP-MS), and (High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry) HRMS. Develop, validate, and implement Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved chemical toxic agent methods for chemical terrorism response and biomonitoring/biosurveillance. Perform scientific calculations, prepare technical reports, and communicate data and results effectively to colleagues and stakeholders. Adhere strictly to quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) protocols and all laboratory safety regulations. Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of analytical instruments and laboratory equipment. Utilize Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and other specialized software used in the Public Health Laboratory. Collaborate with senior chemists on method selection, development, and continuous improvement projects. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment. Monitor and manage laboratory supplies and expendables. Participate in periodic meetings, trainings, and conferences to stay current in the field.
State Minimum Requirements A bachelor's degree in chemistry and experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment, including experience in operating and interpreting test results from complex analytical instrumentation such as gas, ion or liquid chromatographs or atomic absorption spectrophotometers; or a bachelor's degree in the natural sciences with academic credits in chemistry and experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment, including experience in operating and interpreting test results from complex analytical instrumentation such as gas, ion or liquid chromatographs or atomic absorption spectrophotometers. A doctorate in chemistry may be substituted for the required work experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements A bachelor's degree in chemistry and three years of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment, including experience in Mass Spectrometry. Experience using Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS), Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spec (LC-MS/MS), Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), and/or High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS); or a bachelor's degree in the natural sciences with a minimum of sixteen (16) academic credits in chemistry and five (5) years of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting related to the area of employment, including experience in GC/MS, LC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, and/or HRMS. Ability to train personnel, work extended hours/weekends/holidays during emergency situations and exercises, make visual observations of specimens, reports, etc. Must be able to follow and adhere to all safety protocols. Ability to bend, climb, and stoop in order to work on laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
A Master’s Degree in Chemistry with at least one (1) year of experience working with analytical instrumentation and equipment including one or more of the following: LC-MS/MS, GC/MSD, ICP-MS, and/or HRMS with emphasis on analytical chemistry. A PhD in Chemistry. A strong background in Mass Spectrometry (MS), method development, separation science, instrument software, coding, and computers is highly desired. Preference given to those with toxicology and clinical analytical chemistry experience. Ability to perform public speaking. Experience with HRMS highly desired.
EEO The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn’t impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
Benefits
15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
15 days Sick Leave per year
13 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Additional information available.
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
Retirement benefit choices
State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
Hybrid Work The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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