Strategic Assistant Director, Forensic Biology & DNA

State of Connecticut - DESPP Div of Scientific Svcs; Meriden (CT); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The State of Connecticut, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) Division of Scientific Services seeks an Assistant Director of Forensic Biology and DNA in Meriden. You will oversee the DNA/forensic biology units, coordinate division activities, and drive policy implementation while ensuring compliance with FBI QAS and ISO/IEC 17025 standards.

Applicants should have extensive experience in forensic DNA analysis, leadership, and program management, with potential to

Formación

• Nine (9) years of professional experience in forensic analysis with expertise in at least one of the following: applied genomics, DNA, biochemistry, genetics or molecular biology.
• Two (2) years in a lead capacity overseeing DNA activities of forensic science personnel.
• Substitutions allowed: advanced degrees may count toward experienced requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Direct staff and operations of the DNA and forensic biology units.
• Coordinate, plan and manage division activities.
• Maintain accreditation and QA standards (QAS, ISO/IEC 17025, FBI).
• Oversee grant administration and section audits.
• Lead program planning and policy development for DNA/forensic biology.

Conocimientos

DNA analysis

Forensic biology

Quality management

Leadership

Policy development

Training & development

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in forensic science

Master’s degree in forensic science

Ph.D. in molecular biology

Herramientas

LIMS software

CODIS

Descripción del empleo

The State of Connecticut, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) Division of Scientific Services seeks an Assistant Director of Forensic Biology and DNA in Meriden. You will oversee the DNA/forensic biology units, coordinate division activities, and drive policy implementation while ensuring compliance with FBI QAS and ISO/IEC 17025 standards.

Applicants should have extensive experience in forensic DNA analysis, leadership, and program management, with potential to