Quality Assurance Manager, Forensic Scientist IV - Baltimore Police Department

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

3d•$87,373 - $139,674•Onsite

About The Position

This position plans, develops, and implements a forensic laboratory quality assurance and occupational safety program. It also involves performing advanced/complex level work in the chemical, biological, physical, or comparative analysis of criminal evidence within the Forensic Laboratory of the Police Department. The role includes leading lower-level Forensic Scientists by assigning, reviewing, and coordinating their work, but does not involve full supervisory duties. Employees receive general supervision from an administrative supervisor and work a conventional workweek, with potential callback in emergencies. The work is performed in a laboratory environment with possible exposure to controlled dangerous substances, toxic fumes, and contaminated bodily fluids. The role requires minimal physical exertion.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in forensics, biology, chemistry, physics, or a related science from an accredited college or university.
Six years of experience in comparative analysis or scientific evaluation of evidence; controlled dangerous substances, toxicology, serology, DNA, trace evidence, firearms and toolmark, questioned documents, or latent print examination.
Experience in providing testimony in moot or criminal court.
Certification by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to analyze Controlled Dangerous Substances (for positions in the Drug Analysis Unit).
Certification from a National Certifying Board in Latent Print Examination (may be required).

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in biology, chemistry, or physics from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and implement a forensic laboratory quality assurance program.
Plan, develop, and implement a forensic laboratory occupational safety program.
Perform advanced/complex level work in the chemical, biological, physical, or comparative analysis of criminal evidence.
Lead lower-level Forensic Scientists by assigning, reviewing, and coordinating their work.