Senior Latent Prints Forensic Scientist IV

Arizona-Department-of-Public-Safety; Lake Havasu City (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Forensic Scientist IV specializing in latent prints to join the Western Regional Crime Laboratory in Lake Havasu City. The role involves applying chemical, microscopic and chromatographic methods to identify evidence, preparing reports, and providing expert testimony in court.

Candidates should have a strong background in biology or chemistry, at least ten years of forensic experience, and proven competency in at least one discipline.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree with major in biology or chemistry and extensive forensic experience.
• Demonstrated competency in at least one forensic discipline and courtroom presentation skills.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and provide expert testimony.

Responsibilities

• Examine, identify and evaluate evidence using chromatography, spectroscopy and related techniques.
• Prepare technical written reports and provide expert testimony in court.
• Train other forensic scientists and advise on methods and equipment.
• Respond to crime scenes to collect and preserve evidence for analysis.
• Supervise and mentor staff; stay current with scientific advancements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Written communication

Oral communication

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry

10+ years of forensic scientist experience

Competency in at least one forensic discipline

Tools

Gas chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Immunoassay

Forensic instrumentation

Job description

Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Forensic Scientist IV specializing in latent prints to join the Western Regional Crime Laboratory in Lake Havasu City. The role involves applying chemical, microscopic and chromatographic methods to identify evidence, preparing reports, and providing expert testimony in court.

Candidates should have a strong background in biology or chemistry, at least ten years of forensic experience, and proven competency in at least one discipline.