Senior/Manager/Assistant Manager, Crime Scene Forensics Branch

HSA Health Sciences Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1-year contract

Job summary

Health Sciences Authority in Singapore is seeking a Crime Scene Forensic Officer to support management of crime scenes and forensic investigations. You will document, preserve and process evidence to maintain evidential integrity for downstream examination and court proceedings, working with investigators and other stakeholders.

You will help develop crime scene workflows, participate in training and ensure readiness of equipment and resources for operational deployments.

Qualifications

• Background in forensic science or related discipline preferred.
• Certification or training in crime scene investigation or evidence management advantageous.
• Strong observational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend and support management of crime scenes, incident scenes and scenes of forensic interest.
• Conduct systematic assessment, documentation, photography, sketching, search, recovery and preservation of evidence.
• Maintain chain of custody and ensure proper handling, labeling and submission of exhibits.

Job description

What the role is

You will be part of a team responsible for strengthening crime scene management and forensic response capabilities in support of investigation, enforcement and intelligence operations. As a Crime Scene Forensic officer, you will support the proper management, documentation, examination and processing of crime scenes, ensuring that potential evidence is identified, preserved, recovered and handled in a manner that maintains evidential integrity and supports downstream forensic examination and court proceedings. You will work closely with investigators, forensic specialists, enforcement officers and other stakeholders to provide operational support at scenes, develop crime scene processes, and uplift forensic awareness and competency across frontline and investigative units.

What you will be working on

Crime Scene Response and Management

Attend and support the management of crime scenes, incident scenes and other scenes of forensic interest. Conduct systematic assessment, documentation, photography, sketching, search, recovery and preservation of physical and trace evidence. Ensure proper scene control, contamination prevention, safety management and preservation of evidential value. Advise officers on proper handling, packaging, labelling and submission of exhibits. Maintain chain of custody, documentation and accountability for all recovered exhibits.

Forensic Support to Investigations

Work with investigators and forensic specialists to identify evidence sources and appropriate forensic strategies. Support collection and preservation of evidence including biological traces, fingerprints, footwear marks, tool marks, fibres, documents, weapons and electronic devices. Prepare scene documentation, reports, statements and materials for investigation or court purposes. Provide operational input to case reviews, event reconstruction and investigative decision-making.

Capability Development and Process Improvement

Develop and review crime scene management workflows, SOPs, checklists, equipment lists and evidence-handling procedures. Validate, evaluate and implement new crime scene equipment, techniques and technologies. Participate in exercises, trials and after-action reviews. Identify operational gaps and propose improvements to crime scene response, evidence recovery and forensic coordination.

Training and Stakeholder Engagement

Plan and deliver forensic awareness and crime scene management training for officers. Develop training materials, practical scenarios and competency-based assessments. Engage internal and external stakeholders to promote good crime scene practices and cross-functional collaboration. Document lessons learnt, good practices and operational learning points.

Governance, Quality and Readiness

Ensure crime scene processes comply with established procedures, safety requirements, legal considerations and evidential standards. Maintain readiness of crime scene equipment, consumables, response kits and operational resources. Support audits, reviews and quality assurance activities. Keep abreast of developments in forensic science and crime scene investigation methods.

What we are looking for

A background in forensic science, life sciences, chemistry, biology, criminology, criminal justice, security studies or a related discipline is preferred. Certification or training in crime scene investigation, forensic science, workplace safety, photography or evidence management would be advantageous. Experience in crime scene work, forensic examination, investigation, enforcement operations, laboratory operations or evidence management is advantageous. Prior experience in crime scene processing, forensic photography, evidence recovery, fingerprint development, trace evidence handling or exhibit management is a strong advantage. Familiarity with forensic laboratory processes, investigation workflows, chain of custody requirements and court processes is desirable. High level of integrity, professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information and exhibits. Meticulous approach to evidence handling, record keeping and procedural compliance. Strong observational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good situational awareness and ability to operate under time-sensitive or operationally challenging conditions. Physically fit and prepared to attend scenes and support operational deployments. Willingness to work irregular hours and respond to scenes when required. Commitment to continuous learning and capability development.

The successful candidate will be offered a 1-year contract (with option for automatic renewal for a further one year) in the first instance.

Shortlisted candidates would be contacted within 30 days from the closing date of the advertisement.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.

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