Amanda Rausch Email & Phone Number

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

I currently work as a Toxicology Chemist II to assist the medical examiner or public agency to determine the presence and quantity of drugs, metabolites, or other toxic substances in biological fluids or other specimens. I ensure the integrity of evidence and assist in compiling final reports for use by the medical examiners to determine the cause and manner of death and for law enforcement agencies in criminal proceedings. I utilize computerized instrumentation and proper analytical techniques… Show more I currently work as a Toxicology Chemist II to assist the medical examiner or public agency to determine the presence and quantity of drugs, metabolites, or other toxic substances in biological fluids or other specimens. I ensure the integrity of evidence and assist in compiling final reports for use by the medical examiners to determine the cause and manner of death and for law enforcement agencies in criminal proceedings. I utilize computerized instrumentation and proper analytical techniques to have work that is sufficient to meet scientific and legal requirements, including following quality control and assurance programs. Show less

Richmond, Va

At this position, I managed 2 to 4 sections of organic chemistry laboratories per semester. Each section allowed for 24 students. My work included leading the laboratories using safe practice, grading work that students turned in, and tutoring during office hours.

Andover, Mn

In this position, I worked my internship mentors to develop a relevant research project to analyze a variety of synthetic cathinones that were popular for abuse at the time. Outside of this research, I accompanied my mentors to courtroom testimonies to learn the proper way to testify to evidence analyzed.Once this research project was complete, the findings were presented at the American Academy of Forensic Science Annual Meeting in 2014 in Seattle, Washington.

Saint Paul, Mn

At this position, I managed a team of 12 staff members. I created work schedules for each team member, solved time management conflicts, organized inventory, and managed supply. Part of my responsibilities included meeting with the area coordinator with any issues that arose during staff meetings.

Master’S Degree, Forensic Science, Drug Analysis And Toxicology

While attending Virginia Commonwealth University, I had the privilege to work with wonderful mentors and be included in their research.

Bachelor Of Arts, Chemistry

In addition to my bachelors degree in chemistry, I obtained a minor in education and a certificate of forensic science. I was also.