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Talent Pool - Forensic Scientist, Toxicology

Organization:

Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services

Division:

Centre of Forensic Sciences

City:

Sault Ste Marie, Toronto

Language of Position(s):

English

Job Term:

Permanent, Temporary

Job Code:

15548G - Scientist 4 (G22)

Salary:

$1,448.43 - $1,868.11 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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Posting Status:

Open

Job ID:

133316

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, with a main laboratory located at the state-of-the-art Forensic Services and Coroners Complex . We are responsible for conducting scientific investigations in cases involving injury or death in unusual circumstances and in crimes against persons or property.

NOTE:
•The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time. The results of this competition will be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future permanent and temporary vacancies.

What can I expect to do in this role?

The Toxicology Section seeks an experienced scientist to:
• Acquire expertise in the analysis of biological samples for drugs using instrumentation including immunoassays, Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS), and Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry/mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)
• Write interpretative reports summarizing complex analytical findings in forensic cases
• Present forensic evidence in court as an expert witness
• Participate in research and development projects and client education
• Mentor and educate junior staff

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You hold an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in majors such as pharmacology, toxicology, chemistry, biochemistry or equivalent

Technical Knowledge and Experience

• You have proven theoretical and practical knowledge of pharmacology, toxicology, and analytical chemistry
• You have demonstrated experience within a scientific laboratory setting including using analytical and general laboratory instrumentation for drug analysis
• You have knowledge of universal precautions as well as health and safety practices with respect to the handling of post-mortem and ante-mortem body tissues and fluids
• You have quality assurance knowledge to ensure the quality of products and that conclusions are scientifically sound as well as ensure compliance with established laboratory accreditation standards
• You are proficient with computer software programs for word processing, databases, and laboratory information management

Communication, Collaboration, and Leadership Skills

• You can present complex scientific information to both lay and professional audiences in a concise, understandable, and scientifically accurate manner
• You are able to work effectively with the forensic community including pathologists, coroners, police, and other stakeholders
• You can collaborate effectively within a diverse workplace

Time Management Skills

• You can produce high quality work in a timely manner in a challenging high throughput work environment
• You are able to determine priorities when faced with multiple competing responsibilities and accomplish tasks within established time frames

Research and Analytical Skills

• You are able to critically review scientific literature to assess scientific validity
• You have demonstrated problem-solving skills and judgment in order to prepare scientific research papers for presentation and publication
• You have experience conducting research projects

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

**IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS**
As part of the application process, please prepare a synopsis of the paper titled “Postmortem redistribution of delta 9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 11-norhydroxy-THC (11-OH-THC), and 11-nor-9-carboxy-THC (THCCOOH)” by M.G. Holland et al. Include the potential significance to forensic casework.

You can access this FREE document by following this link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3413259/.

Your synopsis must be 150 words or less and written at a level understandable by a person with no scientific background. Include your synopsis with your application and submit as one document (i.e., along with your cover letter and resume). Only applications with a completed synopsis assignment will be considered into the screening process.

Additional Information:

Address:

English Permanent, 25 Morton Shulman Ave, Toronto, Toronto Region or 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region, Criminal Record Check
English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region or 25 Grosvenor St, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record Check

Compensation Group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

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Schedule:

Category:

Science and Engineering

Posted on:

Monday, March 25, 2019

Note:

The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time. This competition will be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming opportunities within the next eighteen months following the closing date of the job ad posting.
Please note that as of November 1, 2018, with the implementation of the Police Record Checks Reform Act, 2015, the security screening check requirements for this position may differ from those described in this job ad.

In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Please refer to the Additional Information / Address section above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.

You will be responsible for obtaining the criminal record check at your own expense and provide it, along with your written consent, to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), HR Service Delivery Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional screening checks as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above that were not obtained directly by you. (Note: If a Vulnerable Sector Screening/Check is required, it must also be obtained in person at your local police service.)

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
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Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

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, April 15, 2019 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

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

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