DNA / Forensics Examiner

Chimera Enterprises International • Atlanta, GA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Full time position at Ft. Gillem, GA. Must be able to deploy at times to forensics facilities outside of the United States. There is a pay differential associated with deployment. Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Conduct examinations of evidence related to DNA analysis. Generate STR DNA profiles from evidence and reference samples. Analyze and interpret data from analysis which typically consists of complex mixtures and low level samples. Produce detailed notes and reports. Perform technical and administrative reviews of other analysts’ casework. Instrument maintenance.

Requirements

• Physical ability and commitment to deploy globally as a team member.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, excel spreadsheets.
• Skilled communicators who can clearly articulate/communicate via email, telephone calls and video teleconferencing.
• Degree from an accredited college or university in physical or life sciences.
• Four (4) years of experience working in a forensic laboratory performing DNA analysis on criminal evidence including blood and bloodstains, body fluids, and stains of body fluids, hair and other items requiring DNA or related analysis.
• Performance of visual and microscopic examination of hairs.
• Generation of STR DNA profiles comparison of evidence from victims, scenes, or instruments of incidents to evidence from suspects.
• U.S. citizenship
• Valid US Passport that will not expire throughout deployment
• Able to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification such as American Board of Criminalistics (ABC) is desired.
• One (1) year of experience as the lead of a team of DNA analysts.
• Experience working with an OIF/OEF Laboratory, TEDAC facility, or other NGIC, DoD or ATF Lab; interagency or state/local law enforcement forensics labs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct examinations of evidence related to DNA analysis.
• Generate STR DNA profiles from evidence and reference samples.
• Analyze and interpret data from analysis which typically consists of complex mixtures and low level samples.
• Produce detailed notes and reports.
• Perform technical and administrative reviews of other analysts’ casework.
• Instrument maintenance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees