Forensic Photographer-Forensic Center

University of Tennessee • Memphis, TN

436d • $43,680 - $43,680

About The Position

The Forensic Photographer at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center plays a crucial role in assisting forensic pathologists during autopsy procedures. This position involves capturing detailed photographic evidence of bodies, human remains, and related forensic materials, ensuring accurate documentation for investigative and legal purposes. The role also includes maintaining photographic equipment and archives, providing training to staff, and supporting various autopsy operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (transcript required).
• Two (2) years of experience/training in forensic or medical photography.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a medical examiner's office performing digital or conventional photography.
• International Association for Identification - Forensic Photography Certification.

Responsibilities

• Photographs bodies and human remains during examination in the autopsy suite, including photographs of body surfaces, wounds and injuries, and internal organs and body cavities.
• Photographs retained tissue specimens and organs.
• Photographs evidence including personal effects, clothing, projectiles, foreign objects, and other items deemed of evidentiary significance.
• Maintains electronic photo archives and uploads photographs to the appropriate locations in the electronic database of the West Tennessee Regional Forensic Center.
• Processes images in multiple file types using a variety of software tools for investigative, scientific, and court presentation purposes.
• Provides hands-on training to new and current employees on department specific photography techniques.
• Assists with autopsy operations and maintenance as directed by the Autopsy Technician Supervisor including body processing, autopsy setup, entering case and evidence information into the database, and assisting with ancillary and non-autopsy tasks.
• Maintains all photographic equipment used by the Forensic Center including troubleshooting, inventory control, and functionality.
• Remains up to date on the latest forensic photography techniques and standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED