DNA Forensic Analyst I - Biology & Evidence

Socket.dev; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

The San Francisco Police Department is seeking a Criminalist I in Forensic Biology DNA. The role includes training in serological and DNA laboratory procedures, evidence screening, sample prep, and routine analyses, with progression to more complex examinations under supervision.

Your responsibilities include analyzing biological materials, maintaining chain-of-custody, documenting findings, and providing court testimony as needed in a dynamic lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminalistics, chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a closely related physical science field.
• Course work must include forensic science, biochemistry, genetics or molecular biology with 9 semester hours.
• Transcript verification required to prove coursework.
• License: valid California Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Examine evidence from criminal investigations for biological material.
• Perform chemical, microscopic, and genetic analyses of biological evidence.
• Interpret analytical data and document observations per lab protocols.
• Prepare case notes and reports of scientific findings.
• Maintain chain-of-custody when retrieving evidence.
• Follow quality control, QA, and safety procedures.
• Enter case information and results into lab systems.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and perform routine checks.
• Provide impartial court testimony regarding examinations and conclusions.
• Conduct visual, microscopic, and chemical examinations to identify biological material.
• Perform DNA testing to characterize evidence and assist in contributors.
• Ensure proper handling and preservation of evidence.
• Participate in discussions under supervision to support standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminalistics, chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or closely related physical science

Job description

The San Francisco Police Department is seeking a Criminalist I in Forensic Biology DNA. The role includes training in serological and DNA laboratory procedures, evidence screening, sample prep, and routine analyses, with progression to more complex examinations under supervision.

Your responsibilities include analyzing biological materials, maintaining chain-of-custody, documenting findings, and providing court testimony as needed in a dynamic lab environment.