Chemist III

We are seeking a highly skilled Chemist III to join our team at the Florida Department of Health. As a key member of our laboratory team, you will be responsible for conducting radiochemical analyses of samples to ensure compliance with state radioactive materials licenses.

• Analyze samples to determine compliance with state radioactive materials licenses for various radionuclides.
• Log in and prepare samples for analysis, including sample preparation and use of a sample oxidizer if required.
• Analyze samples for weak beta particles on a liquid scintillation spectrometer.
• Analyze samples for alpha and energetic beta particles on an alpha/beta, low background, proportional counter.
• Analyze samples for gamma analysis on a spectrometer.
• Prepare laboratory reagents and maintain laboratory glassware and equipment.
• Distribute wipes with glassine envelopes as requested.
• Calculate and report results to the requesting health physicist.
• Write calculator and computer programs and perform statistical analyses when needed.
• Prepare monthly and semiannual work reports.
• Prepare radioactive standards and calibrate instruments annually or as needed.
• Prepare and maintain records, control charts, and graphs of instrument performance and analytical quality control data.
• Perform experiments to improve analytical procedures and instrument performance.
• Participate as a member of the state radiological emergency response team.

• Knowledge of laboratory testing and analysis procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to collect, record, and analyze scientific data.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• A minimum of three years of experience in the area of physics and analytical techniques of radiation.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.

This position is open to all qualified applicants. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.