STSY - Physical Scientist

Yulista; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

StraitSys Inc is seeking a qualified Physical Scientist / Evidence Analyst to support the FBI Laboratory Division, applying scientific capabilities to evidence collection, processing, and exploitation for investigations and intelligence priorities.

The role requires leading forensic teams, strong communication, and advanced computer skills. A TS clearance and US citizenship are required to ensure compliant, timely delivery of services to government customers.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI if required.
• US Citizen.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Sciences or equivalent with 5 years of forensic lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive and account for boxes of evidence and related materials from the Evidence Management Unit.
• Visually inspect and process evidence and related materials for firearms evidence; photograph evidence and related materials.
• Conduct test firing of firearms to collect bullets, cartridge cases, or shotshells.
• Enter information into FBI databases.
• Perform sample acquisitions into the National Integrated Ballistics Information Network (NIBIN).
• Record case notes, photographs, chain-of-custody forms, and electronic communications.
• Use eLab software for evidence inventory, tracking, and flow.
• Maintain proper chain-of-custody for all forensic material under examination.
• Support activities, functions, or duties, as defined in future TOs.
• Participates with senior personnel in research studies which involve systematic, critical and intensive investigation necessary for the development of experimental processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Independent work

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Science in Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

eLab software

Job description

StraitSys IncRegular

Primary Function

Provide Physical Scientist / Evidence Analyst support to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Laboratory Division (LD) to apply scientific capabilities and technical services to the collection, processing, and exploitation of evidence for the FBI and other duly constituted law enforcement and intelligence agencies in support of investigative and intelligence priorities.

Essential Duties

• Receive and account for boxes of evidence and related materials from the Evidence Management Unit.
• Visually inspect and process evidence and related materials for firearms evidence; photograph evidence and related materials.
• Conduct test firing of firearms to collect bullets, cartridge cases, or shotshells.
• Enter information into various FBI databases.
• Perform sample acquisitions into the National Integrated Ballistics Information Network (NIBIN).
• Record case notes, photographs, chain-of-custody forms, and electronic communications.
• Use eLab software for evidence inventory, tracking, and flow.
• Maintain proper chain-of-custody for all forensic material under examination.
• Support activities, functions, or duties, as defined in future TOs.
• Participates with senior personnel in research studies which involve systematic, critical and intensive investigation necessary for the development of experimental processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Physical Scientist will not have supervisory responsibilities.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Individual shall have experience leading a diversified team in a forensic laboratory.
• Individual shall possess strong interpersonal and team building skills, with a proven ability to attract, hire and motivate a strong management team.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills required.
• Intermediate to Expert computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas.
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently. Ability to multi-task.
• Should be able to demonstrate relationship building skills and be comfortable interacting with professionals at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills for interaction with both customers and internal stakeholders.
• Must be able to interface with the customer, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders such as contracts/subcontracts, finance, purchasing, and human resources.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI if required.
• Possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Sciences or equivalent and 5 years of experience within a forensic laboratory, or any equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• Demonstrated experience communicating on a regular and routine basis with Government designated representatives as well as company employees to deliver effective required services on time and budget.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.