Forensic Laboratory Technician – Criminalistics

County of Los Angeles; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Criminalistics Laboratory, is seeking candidates for a laboratory technician role focusing on forensic chemistry and analytical procedures. The position requires preparing chemical reagents and performing routine analyses on evidentiary samples, including toxicology and immunoassays, with supervision as needed.

The role supports inventory, evidence handling, and equipment calibration, with the potential to work various shifts.

Qualifications

• 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university, with chemistry coursework (general and organic).
• A valid California Class C Driver License or ability to obtain one.
• Documents showing completed coursework and degree must be provided by filing deadline.

Responsibilities

• Prepares standard chemical solutions and reagents for forensic analyses.
• Performs routine chemical analyses on biological samples and drug specimens.
• Operates chromatograph for routine analysis of forensic evidence.
• Performs toxicology extraction procedures and prepares extracts for analysis.
• Operates immunoassay instrument to screen urine for drugs of abuse.
• Provides inventory support, documents evidence, and assists with equipment calibration.

Education

60 semester units (90 quarter units) including chemistry coursework

Job description

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Criminalistics Laboratory, is seeking candidates for a laboratory technician role focusing on forensic chemistry and analytical procedures. The position requires preparing chemical reagents and performing routine analyses on evidentiary samples, including toxicology and immunoassays, with supervision as needed.

The role supports inventory, evidence handling, and equipment calibration, with the potential to work various shifts.