Criminalist II - Forensic DNA & Evidence Specialist

DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health/Mental Hygiene's Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City seeks a Criminalist to assist in forensic analyses of biological specimens. Responsibilities include identifying physiological material, maintaining chain-of-custody, and preparing reports reflecting findings.

The role involves testifying about scientific investigations, participating in QA/QC, and staying current with advances in forensic biology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in forensic science or a closely related field.
• One year of relevant experience preferred, including criminalistics or analytic chemistry.
• New York City residency is not required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting scientific analyses on biological specimens in the Forensic Biology Department.
• Locate and identify physiological material during exams of evidence; maintain chain-of-custody forms.
• Prepare, sign, and file reports reflecting the results of analyses and educate staff on findings.

Skills

DNA analysis

Criminalistics

Forensic biology

Report writing

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in forensic science

Tools

DNA profiling tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

The Department of Health/Mental Hygiene's Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City seeks a Criminalist to assist in forensic analyses of biological specimens. Responsibilities include identifying physiological material, maintaining chain-of-custody, and preparing reports reflecting findings.

The role involves testifying about scientific investigations, participating in QA/QC, and staying current with advances in forensic biology.