Forensic Scientist I — 2nd Shift Lab & Court-Ready

City of Saint Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension/retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

The City of Saint Paul’s Forensic Services Unit is hiring a Forensic Scientist I. This role performs unbiased forensic analyses, maintains rigorous reporting standards, and supports investigations from crime scenes through court testimony.

Qualified candidates will hold a science degree with required coursework and complete the department's training program within nine months. The position requires a Minnesota driver’s license and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field with 30 semester credits in science courses.
• Completion of the Saint Paul Forensic Laboratory Training Program within nine months of hire date.
• Must possess Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state license.

Responsibilities

• Apply forensic science methods at full performance after training and proficiency.
• Train in progressive competencies for crime investigation and testify as expert witness in court.
• Examine evidence, issue render results, and maintain laboratory records.
• Respond to crime scenes and may work outside regular hours.
• Document evidence and write reports for review and dissemination.
• Communicate findings clearly to staff, management, and in court.

Skills

Forensic analysis

Report writing

Court testimony

Ethics in forensics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biology or Biochemistry (or related field) with 30+ science credits

Job description

The City of Saint Paul’s Forensic Services Unit is hiring a Forensic Scientist I. This role performs unbiased forensic analyses, maintains rigorous reporting standards, and supports investigations from crime scenes through court testimony.

Qualified candidates will hold a science degree with required coursework and complete the department's training program within nine months. The position requires a Minnesota driver’s license and offers comprehensive benefits.