Forensic Chemist Analyst - Evidence Analysis & Testimony

Richland County; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County Sheriff's Department seeks a forensic analyst to conduct physical, microscopic, chemical, and instrumental analyses of evidence suspected to contain controlled substances. The role includes writing reports, providing expert testimony in federal, state, and local courts, and supporting at crime scenes.

With limited supervision, the analyst will perform professional and technical work in evidence analysis, training others as requested, and enforcing state and local laws related to

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Experience conducting physical, microscopic, chemical, and instrumental analyses of evidence.
• Ability to provide written reports and expert testimony.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses of evidence submitted to the RCSD Forensic Sciences Laboratory.
• Provide written reports based on interpretation of results.
• Provide expert testimony in court and support at crime scenes.

Job description

Richland County Sheriff's Department seeks a forensic analyst to conduct physical, microscopic, chemical, and instrumental analyses of evidence suspected to contain controlled substances. The role includes writing reports, providing expert testimony in federal, state, and local courts, and supporting at crime scenes.

With limited supervision, the analyst will perform professional and technical work in evidence analysis, training others as requested, and enforcing state and local laws related to