Job Description

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Duties

Duties include learning the daily tasks associated with forensic laboratories such as:

• Observation of scientific examination of evidence in routine and in non-routine casework
• Effectively convey ideas and information in writing and verbally, using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the reader.
• Be able to stay focused over a prolonged period of time.
• Work effectively in a solo and team environment.
• Maintain confidentiality as it pertains to case submissions and the criminal justice process.
• Perform research and validation tasks as directed.
• Perform administrative tasks as directed.
• Organize the personal workspace to minimize the likelihood of an accident or other unsafe incidents.
• Understand and demonstrate the principles of laboratory safety.
• Complete a high quality of work, by using accepted scientific methods in accordance with CLD Quality Operations manual and applicable technical procedures.
• Record and organize observations and data to create a record that explains analytical work and reports conclusions based on the interpretation of observations and analytical test results in a legible manner.
• Interpret and reach scientific conclusions, supported by their data and observations.
• Attend safety training as directed.
• Follow all relevant policies and procedures.

Tools and Equipment:

• May be responsible for the operation of some scientific instruments/equipment utilized by the DNA unit, such as, but not limited to: Thermal Cyclers, Capillary Electrophoresis Genetic Analyzers, Real-Time PCR DNA Quantitation systems, EZ1/EZ2 Qiagen BioRobot, Phase Contrast Microscopes, and centrifuges.

Travel Requirements:

• Some travel may occur to observe testimony.

Work Setting/ Hazards:

• The setting is a forensic laboratory where chemical and biological hazards, drugs, firearms, and other hazards may be present.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• At least two years of college-level coursework towards a major in a natural science, forensic science, or closely related field, including genetics and molecular biology coursework.
• At least 3 references either as an attachment or included on your application. References cannot be relatives.
• An attached essay detailing why you should be chosen for one of the Crime Laboratory internship positions. Your essay should be no more than two typewritten pages, double-spaced in 12 point Times New Roman font with standard one-inch margins.
• An attached updated resume.
• Attached unofficial transcript(s) through the calendar year.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
• Provide an oral DNA sample to be used in the CODIS Elimination Profile Index.
• Must be willing and able to observe casework involving traumatic events.

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