DHSS Press Release |
Date: September 11, 2006 DHSS-77-2006 |
| Vincent P. Meconi, Secretary Jay Lynch, Communications Director (302) 255-9037, Pager (302) 247-8523 Email: jay.lynch@state.de.us |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
JOEY JONES NEW ANALYTICAL CHEMIST II APPOINTED AT OME
Delaware - Dr. Richard T. Callery and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) Top Management Team congratulate their new Analytical Chemist II, Joey Jones. Mr. Jones has served the OCME since April 2006 as a laboratory technician III, where he excelled in performance.
"Following a lengthy recruitment process, Mr. Jones was chosen from a pool of over 25 candidates who traveled from as far away as California. Yet, the very best candidate was right here in our facility!"said Callery. "Joey’s commendable work ethic, many nights of independent study, combined with his effervescent, “can-do”, team-spirited approach elevated him entirely on his own merits, to the number one candidate position," continued Callery.
Joey earned a Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science from Baylor University in Waco, TX.He is currently completing his Master's degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine with a concentration in Forensic Medicine.
Joey has experience in academic research in several forensic disciplines including analytical instrumentation.He has pertinent work experience in biological and chemical sample handling.Joey's interests include sailing, college football (particularly the Arkansas Razorbacks) and as I recently learned from our forensics interns, laser-tag! Joey and his wife reside in Wilmington, De.
Delaware Health and Social Services is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
