FORENSIC SCIENTIST, ASSOCIATE (20802-000)

About the role

This position is responsible for entry-level professional work in the field of forensic sciences.

Employees in this class learn to apply the theory and practical applications of chemistry, physics, and biology to forensic investigations within the discipline areas of Drug Chemistry, Forensic Biology, Firearms/Toolmarks, Fire Debris, Research, Toxicology, or Implied Consent.

Upon completion of an in-depth training period, employees in a particular area of expertise will be responsible for selected types of tests or analyses, written reports, and court testimony for these cases. They learn to use independent judgment in performing forensic analyses and examinations and remain in this class until they can conduct independent casework or directed research.

Work is performed under the direction of a professional superior and evaluated by a training officer, section supervisor, technical leader, or discipline chief.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited* college or university with a major in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Genetics, Physics, Toxicology, Chemical Engineering, Mathematics, or closely related field plus two (2) years of scientific laboratory experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Conducting lab work (extractions, separations, identifications) within an accredited forensic laboratory to include documented progress and/or completion of a forensic laboratory training program (See Notes)
• Performing Evidentiary Breath Testing (EBT) calibrations, or
• Conducting directed research in forensic science to include documented participation and progress in forensic laboratory validation studies, and/or the publication of scientific papers

Additional Requirement

• Applicants must submit an official college transcript for each accredited* postsecondary academic institution attended.
• Applicants can upload their transcripts when applying online.
• Official transcripts which have been previously submitted to State Personnel will not need to be resubmitted.
• (You may call to verify your transcripts are on file)

• For complete information regarding State Personnel’s degree acceptance, accreditation, and foreign education credential policies,

Notes

• Applicants must provide a certificate number showing forensic lab accreditation of employer.
• Applicants must provide documentation regarding the accredited forensic laboratory training program they participated in, including employer, dates, and areas of training.
• A Ph.D. from an accredited* college or university with a major in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Medical Technology, Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Genetics, Physics, Toxicology, Chemical Engineering, Mathematics, or closely related field will substitute for the two (2) years of required experience. A Master’s degree from an accredited* college or university in one of the above majors will substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience.
• Employees in this position may be exposed to biological hazards and caustic materials.
• Employees may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays and/or travel overnight.

Additional information

This job is open to all applicants.An evaluation of training and experience, as shown on the application, will comprise 100% of the final score.

Click the “Apply” link above and complete the online application.

Complete Your Application Carefully

Your application must include complete and detailed information about your education and work experience so we can determine your eligibility for the position.

Before submitting your application

• Make sure your application is updated to include your current or most recent employment.
• Do not combine multiple jobs into one Work Experience entry. List each employer, job, promotion, or change in job title separately, with accurate beginning and ending dates and a complete, detailed description of the duties performed for each separate job.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected and cannot be supplemented or revised after submission.

Please note: A resume, if attached, will not be considered in the evaluation process for placement on the eligible list. Only education and work experience documented in the appropriate sections of the completed application will be reviewed for qualification and evaluation purposes.

Application must be received by 5:00 pm on the application date shown above.

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