Dr. Mayer specializes in the area of pharmacology, toxicology, and forensic sciences in his capacity as a forensic science practitioner and university professor.
Prior to launching FOREXPERTS, Dr. Mayer worked in the public and private sectors. In the public sector he held the following positions at the Ontario Centre of Forensic Sciences.
- Forensic Toxicologist
- Toxicology Section Head
- Deputy Director, Scientific Affairs
In the private sector Dr. Mayer has held several academic appointments and has been teaching and supervising research following the completion of his doctoral degree.
Academic Qualifications
1982 Doctor of Philosophy, Pharmacology and Toxicology, School of Medicine, University of Toronto
1979 Master of Science, Pharmacology, School of Medicine, University of Toronto
1976 Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, University of Toronto
Professional Background
- Qualified in all levels of criminal court in the Province of Ontario, federal court, professional and disciplinary tribunals, and labour relation hearings to give expert evidence with respect to the behavioural effects and potential toxicities of alcohol, drugs, and toxins; their fate in the body and analytical techniques for their detection and measurement.
- He has testified on behalf of the Crown and the defence bar.
- He has lectured to a broad range of academic, legal, law enforcement, and professional groups.
- Designated alcohol analyst pursuant to s. 254(1) for the purposes of s. 258 C.C.C.
- Knowledge and experience in the principles and methods of operation of instruments used in the breath testing for alcohol.
- Knowledge and experience in the analytical techniques used in the isolation and detection of alcohol and other drugs; and in the principles and methods of operation of various analytical instrumentation deployed for their detection.
- Research and teaching in pharmacology, toxicology, and analytical techniques of alcohol and other therapeutic drugs and illicit substances.
- Certified as ISO9000 Lead Assessor, and Accreditation Inspector and team leader for the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors.
Academic Appointments
- Assistant Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology, University of Toronto.
- Assistant Professor, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.
- Instructor, Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine
- Past Adjunct Professor, University of Toronto at Mississauga, Forensic Science Program.
Professional Activities and Committees
Speaker at Crown Attorneys Association School
Panelist and moderator at Osgoode Hall continuing Legal Education
Workshop presenter and organizer at several scientific meetings
Laboratory Inspector/Team Captain - Toxicology & Controlled Substances
American Society of Crime Lab Directors/Laboratory Accreditation Board
Past Chairman & Member - Drugs and Driving Committee
Canadian Society of Forensic Science
Organizer - Forensic Pharmacokinetics Workshop
Canadian Society of Forensic Science
Past Member - Advisory Committee
Canadian Aviation Safety Board
Past Chairman - Awards Committee
Analytical Laboratory Council - Ontario
Program Coordinator
Canadian Society of Forensic Science Conference 1995
Past Chairperson - Toxicology Proficiency Review Committee
American Society of Crime Lab Directors/Laboratory Accreditation Board
P 416.276.0086 | F 416.785.0370 | joel.mayer@sympatico.ca | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
