Chemist (Intermediate) for a Federal Facility located in Oklahoma City, OK.

About Us: Business Staffing of America, Inc. partners with premier organizations in the aerospace and aviation research sector to connect exceptional professionals with mission-critical projects. We are currently recruiting a Chemist (Intermediate) to support forensic and toxicology research within an aerospace medical research division dedicated to advancing aviation safety.

Position Overview: The Chemist (Intermediate) will perform complex analytical and forensic laboratory procedures involving the detection and quantification of chemical substances in biological specimens. This position plays a key role in supporting toxicology operations, maintaining quality assurance standards, and conducting research to identify emerging drugs and analytical methods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform complex and repetitive analytical tasks following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for analyzing chemical substances in biological specimens, including postmortem fluids and tissues

• Conduct forensic analytical work using:

  • Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS)

  • High Performance Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (HPLC/MS)

  • UV/VIS Spectrophotometry

  • Immunoassay techniques

• Record, verify, and maintain laboratory notes in accordance with SOP guidelines

• Contribute to Quality Assurance/Quality Control functions and participate in laboratory accreditation processes

• Develop new forensic procedures to detect and analyze emerging drugs

• Perform research to evaluate and recommend new laboratory equipment

• Maintain chemical and supply inventory per laboratory SOPs

• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment in compliance with ISO and ABFT requirements

• Conduct statistical analysis of laboratory data

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment

• Perform independent research to enhance laboratory methods and capabilities

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Forensic Science, or a related field from an accredited university

• Experience:

  • 4 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree

  • 1 year of related experience with a Master's degree

Preferred Skills:

• Experience operating GC/MS, HPLC/MS, or other analytical instrumentation

• Strong understanding of forensic chemistry and toxicology principles

• Familiarity with ISO and ABFT laboratory standards

• Excellent recordkeeping, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory environment