Forensic Lab Technician – Criminalistics

County-of-Los-Angeles; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department seeks a Criminalistics Laboratory Technician to support forensic biology workflows and routine chemical analyses of evidence. You will prepare reagents, operate instruments, and assist with toxicology extractions under supervision.

The role requires completing the specified chemistry coursework, official transcripts, and meeting licensing requirements. This is a full-time position with a strong benefits package and a focus on public safety and scientific

Qualifications

• Must complete 60 semester units (90 quarter units) from an accredited college or university.
• Must include 3 semester units in general chemistry and 3 in organic chemistry.
• Legible official transcripts and degree documents must accompany filing.

Responsibilities

• Prepares standard chemical solutions and reagents for forensic procedures.
• Performs routine chemical analyses on biological samples and drug specimens.
• Operates a chromatograph for routine analyses of evidence.
• Performs routine toxicology extraction procedures and prepares extracts.
• Operates an immunoassay instrument to screen urine specimens for drugs of abuse.
• Assists laboratory personnel with routine tests and analyses of evidentiary samples.
• Prepares evidence collection kits and provides inventory support.

Education

60 semester units / 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university

3 semester units in general chemistry

3 semester units in organic chemistry

Job description

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department seeks a Criminalistics Laboratory Technician to support forensic biology workflows and routine chemical analyses of evidence. You will prepare reagents, operate instruments, and assist with toxicology extractions under supervision.

The role requires completing the specified chemistry coursework, official transcripts, and meeting licensing requirements. This is a full-time position with a strong benefits package and a focus on public safety and scientific