Ehris Faulkner
@ehrisfaulkner
Forensic scientist specializing in toxicology with expertise in LC-MS/MS and GC-MS.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a forensic scientist with over three years of specialized experience in federal and non-federal specimen analysis, focused on toxicology and specimen validity testing. I operate and interpret data from LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and GC-FID systems and maintain rigorous chain-of-custody and regulatory compliance under SAMHSA, CAP, and CLIA standards.
I have performed first-level and screening reviews, operated Sciex LC-MS/MS and Agilent GC-MS instruments, and used Sciex Analyst and MultiQuant software for confirmatory analysis. I contributed to Yellow Belt projects to improve turn-around-time and productivity, and I have a track record of troubleshooting instruments and ensuring accurate, timely reporting.
I am pursuing a Doctor of Forensic Science (expected 2026) and hold a M.S. in Forensic Science; I am passionate about advancing the accuracy and reliability of forensic toxicology to support the criminal justice system and continuously improving laboratory processes and quality assurance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
ALPerformed first-level review and confirmatory analysis of LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and GC-FID toxicology data, ensuring calibration, control accuracy, and chain-of-custody; contributed to Yellow Belt projects that improved turnaround time and productivity.
ALOperated screening instruments and conducted initial data reviews and confirmatory testing for drug screening, troubleshooting instruments and maintaining quality assurance to ensure accurate result reporting.
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Rapides Regional Medical Center
Feb 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 9 months)
Collected and labeled specimens, assisted with emergency procedures (CPR, airway management), monitored patient conditions, and maintained sterile environments to support emergency care operations.
SCChief Scribe
ScribeAmerica
Nov 2019 - Jan 2022 (2 years 2 months)
Led and trained a team of medical scribes to improve documentation accuracy and workflow efficiency, implemented scheduling systems and quality assurance measures to maintain high standards of clinical charting.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
OUOklahoma State University
Doctor of Forensic Science, Forensic Science
Doctor of Forensic Science program in progress with expected completion in May 2026.
SUStevenson University
Master of Science, Forensic Science
Completed Master of Science in Forensic Science with advanced training in forensic toxicology and analytical methods.
NUNorthwestern State University
Bachelor of Science, Biology
Completed Bachelor of Science in Biology focusing on foundational biological sciences relevant to laboratory and forensic work.
Delta State Community College
Associate of Science, Science
Completed Associate of Science degree providing foundational coursework in science and laboratory practices.
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