GODOY - Forensic Toxicologist - Independent Contractor

Forensic Toxicologist - Independent Contractor

Location: Remote. Open to all Western or Southwest US locations.

Position: Independent Contractor, project-based work with variable caseload (5-20 hours per week). No guaranteed hours.

Reports to: Director of Operations/CEO

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Compensation: See detailed rate schedule below

About the Company

Godoy Medical Forensics, Inc. is a rapidly growing legal consulting company that provides medical expert witness services to attorneys, primarily in criminal cases. Founded in 2009, we have evolved into a prominent consulting firm with a diverse team of experts, including physicians, toxicologists, forensic interviewers, and Registered Nurses (RNs). We offer expert opinions in numerous forensic areas, including sexual assault, child abuse, gunshot wounds, assault, DUI, and homicide cases. We are retained by both the prosecution and the defense, with a significant portion of our cases coming from defense attorneys. Join us as we continue to expand our influence in the field of forensic medicine and expert consultation.

Job Overview

We are seeking an Experienced Forensic Toxicologist to provide expert scientific consultation and testimony services as an independent contractor. This unique opportunity allows you to expand your professional expertise into the fascinating world of forensic science and legal consultation, where your specialized knowledge becomes crucial to the pursuit of justice.

This role offers the chance to apply your toxicology expertise in high-stakes criminal and civil legal cases where you'll analyze complex scenarios involving drug impairment, poisoning cases, DUI prosecutions, exposure incidents, and other forensic situations that require specialized scientific interpretation.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical thinking skills and can think critically when examining how substances interact with the human body under various circumstances. You'll need to consider factors such as metabolism rates, drug interactions, timing of exposure, and individual physiological variations, while being able to explain complex toxicological concepts in clear, understandable terms that help juries grasp the scientific evidence and how it relates to the specific elements of each case.

In this role, you will review laboratory results and medical records, provide expert scientific opinions, and testify in legal proceedings related to substance exposure, impairment, and toxicological evidence. You'll work with both prosecution and defense attorneys, ensuring objective scientific analysis that serves the pursuit of justice while maintaining the highest standards of forensic toxicology practice.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

- Record Review & Analysis: Review laboratory results, toxicology reports, and medical records related to substance exposure and impairment

- Report Writing: Prepare comprehensive written reports and expert opinions based on medical record review and examination findings

- Expert Testimony: Provide expert testimony at depositions, trials, and other legal proceedings via telephone, video conference, or in-person appearance

- Case Consultation: Collaborate with attorneys to provide toxicological expertise and strategic insights

- Professional Development: Stay current with medical literature, research, and developments in forensic toxicology.

- Documentation: Maintain detailed time records and submit accurate invoices in accordance with company procedures

- Travel: Out-of-state travel may be required with short notice for testimony.

Required Education, Experience and Skills
Education :

- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related scientific field required

Experience :

- At least 2 years of related laboratory experience in testing blood and other bodily fluids

- Experience with microscopic techniques