Entry-Level Forensic Scientist FS-1 – Launch Your Lab Career

West Virginia State Police; WV National Guard (WV); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits

Job summary

West Virginia State Police is seeking an entry-level Forensic Scientist I to support the laboratory with training during a two-year firearm/toolmark examiner program. This full-time position offers state benefits and begins with supervised testing and reporting before independent work, including testimony when needed.

The role requires obtaining a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related field, and completion of the ATF National Firearms Examiner Academy may be required based on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, forensic sciences, natural sciences, or related field.
• Ability to complete a successful background check and polygraph examination.

Responsibilities

• Accepts and receives evidence.
• Conducts basic examinations of suspected evidence such as controlled substances, biological materials, latent fingerprints, firearms and tool markings, toxicology samples, ignitable liquids, gunshot residues, glass fractures and other trace evidence.
• Documents the examination results.
• Responsible for the proper use, maintenance and security of all personal and issued equipment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology or forensic sciences

Job description

West Virginia State Police is seeking an entry-level Forensic Scientist I to support the laboratory with training during a two-year firearm/toolmark examiner program. This full-time position offers state benefits and begins with supervised testing and reporting before independent work, including testimony when needed.

The role requires obtaining a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related field, and completion of the ATF National Firearms Examiner Academy may be required based on