Forensic Scientist 9- P11 / SSB / FSD / Lansing Lab /Toxicology Unit #2

State of Michigan • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

The Michigan State Police is hiring a Forensic Scientist for its Toxicology Unit. The role examines forensic evidence in connection with criminal cases, testifies in court, participates in crime scene investigations, and supports validation of new methods, equipment, and instruments. The selected employee receives direct training from a senior-level scientist or manager until fully competent and must perform all duties in a bias-free manner.

The Michigan State Police is a full-service policing agency with statewide jurisdiction, providing more than 60 services directly to Michigan residents or in support of other law enforcement agencies. The agency emphasizes a diverse and inclusive workplace and expects personnel to treat all people with dignity, fairness, and respect.

The position may be filled at the Specialist Trooper 11 or Forensic Scientist 9–11 level. Applicants must submit a cover letter or memo, resume, and, if applicable, official college transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are not accepted. Employment is conditional on submitting a DNA sample for inclusion in the DNA Staff Index and passing pre-employment screening, including a drug screen, criminal history background check, and fingerprint check.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in forensic science, natural science, or a related pure or applied science.
• For the Forensic Scientist 9 level, no specific type or amount of experience is required.
• For the Forensic Scientist 10 level, one year of professional crime laboratory experience carrying out tests, analyses, or production and research activities involving chemical, biochemical, biological, or physical evidence samples, specimens, or products, equivalent to a Forensic Scientist 9.
• For the Forensic Scientist P11 level, two years of professional crime laboratory experience carrying out tests, analyses, or production and research activities involving chemical, biochemical, biological, or physical evidence samples, specimens, or products equivalent to a Forensic Scientist, including one year equivalent to a Forensic Scientist 10.
• For chemical/biological specialty positions in the State Police Laboratory’s biology, controlled substances, trace evidence, or toxicology areas, a bachelor’s degree in forensic science, chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, or a related pure or applied science is required.
• Submit a cover letter or memo, resume, and, if applicable, official college transcripts with the application; unofficial transcripts are not accepted.
• Submit a DNA sample for inclusion in the DNA Staff Index as a condition of employment.
• Pass pre-employment screening, including a drug screen, criminal history background check, and Michigan State Police fingerprint check.

Responsibilities

• Examine forensic evidence in connection with criminal cases in the area of toxicology.
• Testify in court.
• Participate in crime scene investigations.
• Support the validation of new methods, equipment, and instruments.
• Perform all duties in a bias-free manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level