Forensic Veterinarian
Core
Provide forensic veterinary expertise for animal cruelty and fighting investigations, including clinical exams, necropsies, evidence handling, and expert witness testimony.
Role type
Forensic Veterinarian (IC)
Builds
Forensic case files, expert testimony, and training programs for law enforcement and veterinarians
Domain
Law enforcement / Veterinary forensics / Animal welfare
Required skills
Forensic necropsy, Clinical forensic examinations, Evidence handling, Expert witness testimony, Animal triage, Chain of custody management
Preferred skills
Law enforcement collaboration, Training and mentoring, Protocol development
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Conduct clinical forensic exams and necropsies on case animals, Provide expert witness testimony in grand jury proceedings and trials, Ensure proper evidence handling and chain of custody, Assist in planning and providing on-scene veterinary forensic support, Train and mentor veterinarians and law enforcement on cruelty investigations, Collaborate with law enforcement agencies on case management
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC