Forensic Analyst

Strategic Capacity Group; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization is seeking a Director of Programs to enhance forensic capacities across the Caribbean. This role requires extensive experience in forensic quality management and accreditation, particularly in firearms and ballistics. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD in International Relations and a commitment to supporting forensic advancements in various countries.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in forensic science.
• Expertise in forensic quality management and accreditation.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote and in-country support for forensic capabilities.
• Serve as advisor, trainer, and mentor in forensic disciplines.
• Help meet international standards and acquire ISO and IEC forensic accreditation.

Skills

Forensic quality management

Firearms and ballistics examination

Drug chemistry

Biology/DNA analysis

Toxicology

Trace evidence analysis

Education

PhD in International Relations

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Director of Programs @ Strategic Capacity Group | PhD in International Relations

Timeframe: Immediate

About the Position

Strategic Capacity Group (SCG) is seeking experienced Forensics Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with expertise in accreditation, Firearms & Ballistics, and other disciplines to serve as advisors, trainers, and mentors. The SMEs will provide remote and in-country support to strengthen forensic capabilities in the Caribbean, helping meet international standards and acquire ISO and IEC forensic accreditation in The Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Guyana, and Saint Lucia.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

A minimum of 10 years of experience in forensic science in one of the following areas:

• Forensic quality management and accreditation systems (ISO/IEC 17025:2017, ISO/IEC 17020): expertise in quality management systems for forensic laboratories, including implementation of document control, audits, management reviews, validation studies, gap analysis, corrective actions, and preparation for accreditation.
• Firearms and ballistics examination: experience with comparative forensics, firearms-related training, examination of firearms and ammunition components, knowledge of ISO/IEC standards, serial number restorations, distance determinations, tool mark analysis, and firearm repair.
• Other forensic disciplines such as drug chemistry, biology/DNA analysis, toxicology, or trace evidence analysis: experience as a forensic scientist or laboratory supervisor, developing validation protocols, training personnel, and troubleshooting instruments.

Willing and able to travel as required. Fluent in English; proficiency in Spanish preferred.

About Strategic Capacity Group

SCG is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enhancing capacity in security sectors worldwide. Visit www.strategiccapacity.org.

How to Apply

Send your resume to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Analyst

Industries

• International Affairs, Law Enforcement, Military and International Affairs