Evening Forensic Scientist I - Crime Lab Analysis

City of Saint Paul, Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Job summary

The Saint Paul Police Department’s Forensic Services Unit (FSU) is hiring for a Forensic Scientist I. The FSU analyzes evidence to deliver accurate and reliable results, and participates in testimony as an expert witness in court.

Positions may involve after-hours crime scene responses and adherence to ANSI ANAB accreditation standards. Minimum education includes a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with required science coursework; the department provides a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with 30 semester credits of science courses.
• Successful completion of Saint Paul Forensic Laboratory Training Program within nine months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Apply forensic science methods at full performance after training.
• Train in progressive competencies and abilities in investigation of crimes, conduct laboratory analyses of evidence, and testify as expert witness in court.
• Apply established department standards and forensic best practices to examine evidence and issue render results.
• Respond to crime scenes which could be outside normal work hours.
• Assist with projects and complete individual assignments as directed.
• Document evidence and write reports, which are reviewed prior to being issued.
• Communicate effectively to staff, management and in court to describe work performed and results of laboratory examinations.
• Uphold the ethical and legal standards of the department.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with 30 semester credits of science courses.

Job description

The Saint Paul Police Department’s Forensic Services Unit (FSU) is hiring for a Forensic Scientist I. The FSU analyzes evidence to deliver accurate and reliable results, and participates in testimony as an expert witness in court.

Positions may involve after-hours crime scene responses and adherence to ANSI ANAB accreditation standards. Minimum education includes a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with required science coursework; the department provides a