Job Description

Certifying Scientist (Toxicology)
Rocky Mountain Laboratories – Remote (USA)

About Us
Rocky Mountain Laboratories is a clinical laboratory providing comprehensive laboratory services. We are dedicated to delivering accurate and timely diagnostic information and are committed to improving healthcare outcomes through cutting-edge technology and a customer-focused approach.

Position
The Certifying Scientist (Toxicology) is responsible for certifying patient results and ensuring compliance with CLIA/CAP regulations. This role requires hands-on LCMS experience with a strong focus on drugs of abuse or pain management testing in a clinical laboratory setting.

Description
This is a contracted 1099 position, as needed, open to qualified candidates located within the United States. The start date is flexible and will begin as soon as we find the right fit.

Schedule:
Flexible schedule (remote, U.S.-based)

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain LCMS instruments, including Agilent 6460 or similar
• Conduct toxicology testing with a focus on drugs of abuse analysis
• Certify patient results to ensure accuracy and compliance with CLIA/CAP and regulatory standards
• Perform quality control procedures and take corrective actions as needed
• Collaborate with other departments to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols, SOPs, and regulatory requirements
• Interpret and analyze data, generating accurate patient result reports
• Assist in method validation and continuous improvement initiatives for toxicology testing
• Other duties as assigned by management

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in chemistry, biology, clinical laboratory science, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical toxicology
• Certifying Scientist experience (must have experience certifying patient results)
• LCMS-specific experience, including Agilent 6460 or similar
• Experience with drugs of abuse testing
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and deliver accurate results efficiently
• Prior work in a CLIA or CAP-accredited laboratory

All positions require time zone awareness, including the impact of daylight saving time, as we are a multi-state organization with teams and partners across different U.S. time zones. Clear communication and timely coordination are essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Beckman Coulter AU480/680 experience
• Experience with method validation in a toxicology setting

Job Type:
Contracted, Remote (1099)

Salary:
$30–$50/hour, DOE (set by hiring manager)

Benefits:
This is a 1099 contracted position and does not include Rocky Mountain Laboratories employee benefits.

Ability to commute/relocate:
Remote (USA)

Ideal start date:
Flexible, as soon as the right candidate is identified

Application Deadline:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before any stated deadline.

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!

At Rocky Mountain Laboratories, we prioritize the care and well-being of our team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Rocky Mountain Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws and prohibit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or genetic information. We also comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Pre-Employment Notice & E-Verify
Rocky Mountain Laboratories participates in E-Verify.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and other pre-employment screenings, as required.

Employment with Rocky Mountain Laboratories is at-will. This means either the Team Member or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable laws. Nothing in this posting or in future communications alters that relationship.

While we appreciate interest from staffing agencies, Rocky Mountain Laboratories does not currently partner with external agencies. Resumes submitted unsolicited will not be considered, and no fees will be paid.

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