Forensic DNA Scientist 1

Duties

In this position, you will perform detailed scientific DNA analysis on criminal investigative casework. Your focus will be on cases that involve large quantities of cellular material and a small number of evidence items from which results can be easily obtained. Your responsibilities will include isolating, extracting, and amplifying human DNA from blood or physiological fluid-stained items. Using a variety of chemical and biological techniques, you will identify the genetic profiles of the extracted forensic DNA. You will determine the appropriate scientific tests to conduct, interpret the analytical results, and prepare comprehensive written reports detailing your findings.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, or Computer Forensics

Requirements

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Forensic DNA Scientist Trainee program (commonwealth title); or
• Successful completion of the Forensic Scientist Trainee program (commonwealth title) and three credits each in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and population genetics or statistics; or
• One year of professional laboratory work experience in the chemical, physical, or biological analysis and comparison of substances or materials, and a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, forensic science, or a closely related physical or natural science, which includes or is supplemented by 16 college credits in chemistry and three credits each in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and population genetics or statistics.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This job title has been identified as performing critical duties. Prior to placement in this job title, the selected candidate regardless of their current job, must submit a Report of Medications for screening by the State Police Medical Officer.
• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

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