Forensic Scientist - Seized Drugs

Duties Description Forensic Scientist 1 - Seized Drugs

Entry level for scientists with no previous forensic lab experience. Must successfully complete training in Seized Drugs under the guidance of the Supervisor of Forensic Services and/or Technical Coordinator. Appropriate training with competency and/or proficiency tests will be completed before assuming any casework.

Analyzes submitted evidence using instrumentation and required techniques, adhering to security protocols and policies; interprets result sand findings for use in court; prepares data for interpretation by higher level State Police Forensic Scientists; uses automated systems to record results; and maintains and enhances expertise and technical proficiency in the field of forensics. Will inform the appropriate supervisor of any unusual or unexpected developments that may occur during his/her analysis.

Be familiar with, and aware of work completed and analyses performed in other laboratory ...