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Ministry: Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services
Division: Centre of Forensic Sciences
Position Title: FORENSIC SCIENTIST, TOXICOLOGY
Duration: 2 Permanent
Location: 25 Grosvenor Street, Toronto, M7A 2G8, Toronto Region
Compensation Group: OPSEU
Salary: $1,287.16 - $1,660.10 per week*
Position Status: Open
Job Code: 15548/G22 - Scientist 4 G22
Schedule: 6
Category: Science and Engineering
Job ID: 21843



Would you like to be part of a team involved in conducting highly specialized forensic examinations and analyses? Ontario`s Centre of Forensic Sciences is one of the most extensive forensic science facilities in North America. We are responsible for conducting scientific investigations in cases involving injury or death in unusual circumstances and in crimes against persons or property.

The Toxicology Section seeks (2) experienced scientists to examine body tissues and fluids for the presence of drugs and poisons, perform complex analyses using modern instrumentation including ELISA, GC/MS, LC/MS/MS, write interpretative reports summarizing the findings in forensic cases, travel throughout Ontario to give opinion evidence in courts of law, participate in research and development projects and client education, and mentor/educate junior staff.
Qualifications:Honours Bachelor of Science degree in majors such as pharmacology, toxicology, chemistry, biochemistry or an acceptable equivalent degree of recognized standing. Proven theoretical and practical knowledge of pharmacology, toxicology, analytical chemistry and laboratory techniques. Demonstrated experience in a scientific laboratory with skills in the operation of analytical and general laboratory instrumentation deployed in analysis of drugs and toxins and knowledge of quality assurance practices. Demonstrated ability to present complex scientific information and opinion evidence for the purposes of medico-legal proceedings in both oral and written formats. Proven oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage research projects including planning, conducting and publishing scientific research. Knowledge of universal precautions with respect to the handling of post-mortem and ante-mortem body tissues and fluids as well as familiarity with international standards of laboratory accreditation.


Posting Date:Friday, October 30, 2009
Closing Date:Monday, November 16, 2009
Applications must be received by the end of the closing date with the Job ID number quoted.
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Applications are accepted online only. As an equal opportunity employer, the OPS will provide employment accommodation if required. Contact the Regional Recruitment Centre at
1-866-994-8808, Ontario, CANADA
Fax: Faxes are not being accepted at this time.

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying to positions.

The Ontario Public Service is an equal opportunity employer.
Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.