Typical Duties
Performs chemical, microscopic, and immunological tests on physical evidence.
Interprets and evaluates serological results and DNA data.
Performs validations on new equipment and procedures.
Conducts performance checks, recalibrations, and maintains records of laboratory equipment.
Conducts quality control testing on reagents and supplies.
Maintains technical forensic laboratory files and records of findings.
Prepares analytical reports and effectively communicates results of analyses.
Conducts technical and/or administrative reviews on scientific reports.
Provides expert testimony in court based on laboratory findings.
Maintains and demonstrates efficiency in the field of Serology/DNA.
Acts as backup DNA Technical Leader.
Assists with the training of forensic technicians and less experienced examiners under direction of supervisor.
Ensures compliance with safety rules and regulations.
Executes applicable operations of the laboratory information management system (LIMS).

Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors’ degree in a biology, chemistry, forensic science, or related area and shall have successfully completed 12 semester or equivalent credit hours from a combination of undergraduate and graduate coursework covering the following subject areas: biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, and statistics or population genetics; and five (5) years of experience in Forensic Biology casework, including three (3) years as a qualified analyst on DNA forensic samples, in an accredited scientific laboratory.  
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For more information, see Crime Lab Forensic Scientist 3 - Forensic Biology Unit