Analytical Chemist I

Our mission at Averhealth is to reclaim lives, unite families, and strengthen communities by creating and providing the smartest, most innovative solutions for substance use disorder monitoring and recovery.

This is an excellent Entry-Level opportunity for recent grads in Chemistry, Biology, or Biochemistry!

We are in need of a determined Analytical Chemist to join our St. Louis Laboratory Team . In this role, you will prepare specimens for routine drug testing following the laboratory's Standard Operating Procedures. The Analytical Chemist will also interface with our instruments (LC/MS/MS and GC/MS) and needs the ability to work safely with instruments/equipment, chemicals, and biological samples.

• PAY: $22/HR + Company-Paid Training Program + Attendance Bonus Eligibility + Uniform Allowance (post-training) + Referral Bonus Eligibility + Competitive Full-Time Benefits
• HOURS : Full-Time (40+ hours/week)

SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Tuesday - Saturday (Nightshift) 5:00PM - 1:30 AM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Locate specific patient samples and perform confirmation assays according to the toxicology testing method requested.
• Communicate and interact with other departments to solve issues impeding confirmation tests on patient samples
• Interface with analytical instruments including LC-MS, GC-MS, and Tecan Liquid Handler.
• Review data generated by LC-MS and GC-MS instrumentation before sending it to data certifiers.
• Assist with training new staff on sample preparation, LC-MS/GC-MS operation, and data review.
• Lab maintenance: including, but not limited to, cleaning glassware, restocking/refilling pipette tips, glass vials, centrifuge tubes, etc.
• Reagent preparation
• Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring the confidentiality of donor information
• Adhere to all established guidelines outlined in Averhealth Employee Guidebook
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or equivalent relevant field REQUIRED
• 1-3+ years experience operating and reviewing data for an LC-MS/MS instrument. ABSciex experience preferred.
• 1-3+ years experience in a biological laboratory environment.
• Experience with BOTH LC/MS/MS and/or GC/MS is an added advantage.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Pay Dependent on past qualifications and experience
• We offer Full-Time employees (working over 30 hours per week):
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance with an employer contribution
  • 3 weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year
• We offer ALL employees:
  • Company-Paid Training Program
  • Attendance Bonuses
  • Annual Uniform Reimbursement (scrubs)
  • 401k with an employer match
  • Annual Raises
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Instant access to earned wages-no need to wait for your paycheck!

Averhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Averhealth is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Averhealth are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Averhealth will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Mobility, walking, climbing, sitting, standing, reaching, bending, lifting (minimum of 10 lbs), carrying, pushing, pulling, fine eye-hand coordination, ability to read, write, listen and speak clearly, the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and directions, ability to drive a vehicle and travel, and ability to remain calm under pressure. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to use computer, monitor, cell phone, mouse and keyboard extensively as well as other general office equipment.