Senior Forensic DNA Analyst & CODIS Expert

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

15 days annual vacation

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Parental leave

State retirement plan

Job summary

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is seeking a Senior Criminalist in the Forensic Services - DNA Database Department. A bachelor’s degree and a thorough understanding of DNA analysis principles are required.

The role includes laboratory analysis, data interpretation, CODIS duties, quality assurance, and potential court testimony. The candidate will work in a mission-driven agency focused on public safety, with opportunities to contribute to advanced forensic science initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological, chemical, or forensic science with genetics/biochemistry/molecular biology/statistics credits.
• 10+ years experience in DNA analysis in a forensic lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform DNA analysis of offender samples using defined protocols and interpret results.
• Conduct CODIS-related specimen management, data entry, and indexing.
• Provide expert testimony in court as needed.
• Assist with training, quality control, and safety programs.

Skills

DNA analysis

Forensic science

Testimony in court

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in forensic science

Tools

CODIS systems

NDIS procedures

Job description

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is seeking a Senior Criminalist in the Forensic Services - DNA Database Department. A bachelor’s degree and a thorough understanding of DNA analysis principles are required.

The role includes laboratory analysis, data interpretation, CODIS duties, quality assurance, and potential court testimony. The candidate will work in a mission-driven agency focused on public safety, with opportunities to contribute to advanced forensic science initiatives