Forensic Scientist IV

Description

Job Description:

• Serve as an Assistant Technical leader within casework sections or as a section lead within non-casework sections.
• Assist in program maintenance and development at the direction of their designated supervisor.
• Supervise staff performing investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies and to carry out DNA typing casework.
• Testify as an expert witness as required; provide technical assistance in the area of bioinformatics, information technology and laboratory automation; and support logistical or resource management activities.
• Will participate in the organization and presentation of educational activities.
• Set up and make operationally ready a wide variety of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Write, review, and edit experimental protocols, standard operating procedures, and operating instructions for projects of experimental programs, service casework procedures and general laboratory management operations.
• Assist in quality assurance activities such as standards maintenance, equipment preventive maintenance, reagent testing & validation, proficiency testing, and accreditation and certification.
• Conduct inspections and provide oversight to the adherence to established quality assurance activities including maintenance of standards and controls, preventive maintenance and equipment calibration, reagent testing and validation, and proficiency testing programs for accreditation or certification.
• Perform general laboratory housekeeping activities such as maintaining appropriate working-stock levels of expendable supplies and maintaining a clean environment within laboratory work areas.
• Perform investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies.
• Maintain documentation of methods development and research activities in accordance with standard practice.
• Supervise/perform service casework involving routine nuclear and mtDNA typing and profiling procedures.
• Prepare formal written reports of service casework or research reports that contain professional interpretations and conclusions from the test data, and that are suitable for legal presentation in a court of law.
• Review casework and formal written reports.
• Assist in program maintenance and development at the direction of their designated supervisor.
• Supervise staff performing investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies, carry out DNA typing casework.
• Testify as an expert witness as required; provide technical assistance in the area of bioinformatics, information technology and laboratory automation; and support logistical or resource management activities.
• Participate in the organization and presentation of educational activities.
• Serve as a Supervisory DNA Analyst.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in biology, chemistry, forensic science, or a related discipline required.
• Must have successfully completed twelve (12) semesters or equivalent credit hours from a combination of undergraduate and graduate course work covering the following subject areas: biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, and statistics or population genetics; twelve (12) semester or equivalent credit hours shall include at least one graduate level course registering three (3) or more semesters or equivalent credit hours.
• Minimum of three (3) years of forensic DNA laboratory experience obtained at a laboratory where forensic DNA testing was conducted for the identification and evaluation of biological evidence in criminal matters required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of human DNA (current or previous) experience as a qualified analyst on forensic samples.
• Desired knowledge and experience in filing techniques; administrative typing; preparing and editing technical or general documentation using various software packages such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel and Windows; transcription of documents, data entry, and preparing and editing management support documentation.

Positions are contingent and will begin upon contract award.

Why Join Us?

At CICONIX, we are committed to providing high-quality services to support military families. By joining our team, you'll make a direct impact on the lives of children and families in crisis while working in a supportive, mission-driven environment. We offer flexible remote options, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work on meaningful programs that serve those who protect our country.

About the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System (AFMES):

The Armed Forces Medical Examiner System (AFMES) is a vital Department of Defense entity responsible for providing medical-legal investigations, including autopsies and forensic services, for deaths involving military personnel, their families, and authorized civilians. AFMES plays a key role in identifying remains, investigating causes of death, and offering expert testimony, while also managing the Armed Forces DNA Registry. In addition to its forensic casework, AFMES supports research and development to enhance forensic techniques and contributes to the education and readiness of military forensic professionals.

CICONIX, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. We participate in E-Verify.