Forensic Scientist 3 - Supervisory DNA Analyst

snainternational; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SNA International is seeking a Forensic Scientist 3-Supervisory DNA Analyst to lead a team performing mitochondrial sequencing (Sanger and NGS) and autosomal/Y-STR DNA typing in support of mission requirements at the Dover, DE facility.

The role directs scientists, conducts data analysis and reporting, provides training, and ensures compliance with security clearances and quality standards while onsite at AFMES.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s degree in forensic science or a related natural science with substantial forensic experience.
• Bachelor’s degree as described with 5 years of relevant DNA experience is acceptable.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a NAC-I Security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct scientists or technicians whose primary mission is DNA typing to identify remains.
• Supervise scientific and technical staff.
• Process biological specimens and generate/interpret data with reports.
• Provide training in laboratory techniques to staff and guests.

Skills

DNA analysis

Team leadership

Training

Technical reporting

Education

Master’s degree in forensic science or related field

Bachelor’s degree in biology/chemistry/forensic science + 5 years DNA experience

Tools

Sanger sequencing

NGS sequencing

Y-STR typing

Autosomal typing

Job description

SNA International seeks a bright, collaborative Forensic Scientist 3-Supervisory DNA Analyst with a strong work ethic to joinour team. SNA International’s team works together in pursuit of the same cause: build a safe and just world by empowering organizations in the use of forensics, biometrics, and identity intelligence.

The Forensic Scientist 3-Supervisory DNA Analyst directs scientists using mitochondrial DNA sequencing (both Sanger and Next Generation Sequencing) and nuclear DNA typing (autosomal- & Y-STRs) methods in support of mission requirements.

***This is a 100% onsite position in Dover, DE

Critical Work Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for a team of DNA Analysts or Technicians whose primary mission is to conduct DNA based typing services to identify the remains of American military personnel killed during previous U.S. military conflicts to include Southeast Asia, Korea, and World War II.

• Supervision of scientific and technical staff personnel.
• Perform special duties at the direction of the Technical Leader and Assistant Technical Leaders
• Process biological specimens, to include stains, human blood, oral swabs, cadaveric tissues, teeth, and bone.
• Generate, analyze, and interpret technical data, and produce technical reports.
• Provide training in laboratory techniques and procedures to technical staff, students, and guests of the laboratory.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master’s degree in forensic science or a master’s degree in one of the natural sciences with three years of experience in forensic science, or a B.A./B.S. degree in a biology-, chemistry-, or forensic science-related area with five years of relevant DNA experience.
• Must have at least 9 cumulative semester hours or equivalent (graduate or undergraduate level) course work covering the following subject areas: biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology; and course work and/or training in statistics and/or population genetics as it applies to forensic DNA analysis.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a NAC-I Security clearance.

Work Environment:

• WorkisonsiteattheAFMES facility.
• Understand that the possibility exists of exposure to noxious odors, hazardous chemicals, poisons, corrosive reagents, infectious tissues, x-ray, laser, and ultraviolet types of electromagnetic radiation.
• Understand that travel may be required as part of a DNA collection and/or sites of mass fatality incidents as required by the government.

Physical Demands:

• SupervisorDNAAnalystshouldbeableto:
  • Sitorstandatautomatedcomputermanagementsystems,computersorlaboratory stations for extended periods of time.
  • Operateautomatedand/orroboticinstrumentation.
• Performlaboratoryhouse-keepingactivities.

SNA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.