FORENSIC SCIENTIST, TOXICOLOGY

What can I expect to do in this role?

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.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

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.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, November 16, 2009 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.