Forensic Anthropology Expert Witness & Scene Specialist

Cellmark Forensic Services; Euxton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

25 days leave

Life assurance

Job summary

Cellmark Forensic Services is seeking a Forensic Reporting Scientist (Forensic Anthropologist) to join the Specialist Forensic Services team in Chorley. You will examine human remains, produce forensic reports and provide expert opinions in court as an expert witness.

The role involves case management from initial assessment to completion and regular travel to scenes. You will work to CAI principles, participate in on-call services, and maintain high standards of forensic integrity and

Qualifications

• Degree in forensic anthropology or closely related science.
• Evidence of competency equivalent to FAII Level 2 where applicable.
• Commitment to progressing professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with police and authorities to develop case strategies.
• Attend scenes to search, document and recover human remains and samples.
• Provide expert opinions in reports and court statements.
• Manage cases from initial assessment to completion.
• Maintain chain of custody and quality standards.

Skills

Forensic anthropology

Osteology

Evidence interpretation

Court communication

Education

BSc/BA in Forensic Anthropology

FAII Level 2 equivalent

Tools

Specialist software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cellmark Forensic Services is seeking a Forensic Reporting Scientist (Forensic Anthropologist) to join the Specialist Forensic Services team in Chorley. You will examine human remains, produce forensic reports and provide expert opinions in court as an expert witness.

The role involves case management from initial assessment to completion and regular travel to scenes. You will work to CAI principles, participate in on-call services, and maintain high standards of forensic integrity and