Forensic Anthropologist: Postgraduate Research Associate

Jobvite, Inc.; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

SNA International is seeking a detail-oriented Forensic Anthropologist Postgraduate Research Associate to support the DPAA team in Hawaii. The role involves osteological analyses, reporting, and collaboration across a laboratory setting to advance identification of missing service members.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in anthropology and 5 years of experience generating biological profiles; proficiency in forensics lab procedures and data interpretation is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in anthropology or related field.
• Five years of experience generating a biological profile.
• Two years of professional work in a forensic anthropology laboratory setting.
• Expert knowledge in human skeletal anatomy.
• Experience in osteological analysis to support identification of remains.

Responsibilities

• Conducts osteological/anthropological analyses and produces forensic reports.
• Performs forensic anthropological research and tests; interprets data.
• Assesses biological profiles (sex, age, ancestry, stature) from skeletal elements.
• Identifies trauma, taphonomy, pathology, and other observations.
• Assists with evidence movement duties and laboratory procedures.

Education

Master's degree in anthropology or related field

Tools

StarLIMS

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Job description

SNA International is seeking a detail-oriented Forensic Anthropologist Postgraduate Research Associate to support the DPAA team in Hawaii. The role involves osteological analyses, reporting, and collaboration across a laboratory setting to advance identification of missing service members.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in anthropology and 5 years of experience generating biological profiles; proficiency in forensics lab procedures and data interpretation is essential.