CK Group are recruiting for a Toxicology Technical Specialist to join a forensic testing organisation based in Warrington on a permanent basis. This role is Monday to Friday daytime hours, 5 days a week onsite. In this role, you will provide expertise, technical and practical support to the toxicology analytical team to facilitate the smooth running of the toxicology laboratory, including instrumentation maintenance and trouble-shooting, validation work and the implementation of new methods. Your main duties will be: Ensuring equipment is maintained to specific schedules and monitoring the functioning of the equipment according to SOPs, recognising any problems and taking prompt remedial action to minimise equipment downtime. Calibrating equipment and instrumentation according tao SOPs and ensuring up to date records are maintained. Interpret the data and prepare results to contribute to reports. Assisting the toxicology laboratory operational workflow. The appropriate handling and recording of the drug reference standards in compliance with the laboratory’s Home Office controlled drug licence. Delivering training to junior analytical team members when required.Your Background: The ideal candidate for this role will have an: Good understanding of drug extraction techniques, notably LLE and SPE. A thorough understanding of chromatographic techniques (such as HS-GC-FID and LC-MS/MS). Troubleshooting L...