Forensic Scientist II, III, IV
Core
Perform qualitative analyses of controlled substances, pharmaceutical preparations, and plant materials using analytical techniques like gas chromatography, mass spectroscopy, and infrared spectroscopy; conduct toxicological analysis for blood alcohol concentration; provide scientific consultation and expert witness testimony.
Role type
Forensic Chemist (Drug Analysis & Toxicology)
Builds
Scientific reports, expert testimony, and analytical data for law enforcement investigations
Domain
Forensic Science / Criminal Justice / Chemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Gas chromatography, Mass spectroscopy, Infrared spectroscopy, Headspace analysis, Chemical and physical analysis, Microscopic examinations, Quality assurance, Scientific report writing, Expert witness testimony
Preferred skills
GC-MS, FT-IR, LC/MS, Blood alcohol level determinations, Laboratory information management system administration, Method validation, Training development
Technologies
GC-MS, FT-IR, LC/MS, Laboratory information management system
Responsibilities
Collect, preserve, and maintain integrity of evidence; perform complex analytical examinations; maintain quality assurance measures; consult with detectives and prosecutors; testify in court as an expert witness; validate new methods and develop training manuals (for levels III/IV)
Seniority
Mid to Senior level (Levels II, III, IV with 0-7 years experience)