DNA Forensic Scientist I-III — DNA Analysis Expert

City of Scottsdale; Arizona; In loco; USD 70.000 - 105.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The City of Scottsdale Police Department seeks qualified candidates for a Forensic Scientist position specializing in DNA analysis. Training provided with progression to independent casework within the crime laboratory.

Salary ranges vary by level, with Forensic Scientist I–III establishment; education and experience determine placement. Candidates must meet licensing requirements and undergo a structured selection process including background checks and drug screens.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physical or natural science, or forensic science with 20 semester hours in chemistry-related subjects.
• For II/III levels, multiple years of relevant experience and proven working expertise in one forensic discipline.
• DNA assignment requires additional coursework in population genetics or statistics and 9 credit hours of biology.

Mansioni

• Perform examination, identification, and evaluation of physical evidence for DNA analysis under supervision.
• Progress to independent casework as training and competency improve within the assigned discipline.
• Contribute to quality assurance, documentation, and adherence to laboratory protocols.

Conoscenze

Forensic science

DNA analysis

Chemistry

Biology

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biology/forensic science

Strumenti

Crime lab techniques

Population genetics coursework

Descrizione del lavoro

The City of Scottsdale Police Department seeks qualified candidates for a Forensic Scientist position specializing in DNA analysis. Training provided with progression to independent casework within the crime laboratory.

Salary ranges vary by level, with Forensic Scientist I–III establishment; education and experience determine placement. Candidates must meet licensing requirements and undergo a structured selection process including background checks and drug screens.