Forensic Laboratory Supervisor

Duties

Examples of Work

• Responsible for overseeing personnel that conduct forensic and crime laboratory work, tests, analysis, and identification of physical evidence. Employees provide administrative leadership to ensure that laboratory facilities and equipment are maintained; direct staff in the maintenance of equipment and supplies; oversee the security, retention, and proper execution of evidence according to agency policies and statutory guidelines; develop and/or evaluate new techniques and procedures to lead staff in the proper direction; serve as an expert witness in court regarding the results of the analyses and examinations of physical evidence; prepare and review technical reports of scientific examination results; investigate and distinguish the type of firearms used in crimes; provide instructions on forensics to law enforcement groups, schools, and other entities; and instructs law enforcement staff on laboratory functions and procedures. Work involves ensuring the accuracy of laboratory reports and work records; reviewing lab reports and documents to ensure compliance with laws and regulations; overseeing the research of new and improved advances and techniques in forensic examinations; investigating and distinguishing the type of firearms used in crimes; preparing and presenting programs on the Mississippi Crime Laboratory; ensuring the training and professional development of staff; and researching and preparing grant requests. Work is generally reviewed through conferences with the agency director/head.

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

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree related to forensic science, biology, microbiology, molecular biology, and 9-10 years of experience

Agency Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Masters degree and successful completion of a NAACLS accredited Pathologists’ Assistant program
• ASCP certification required within one year of hire
• Completion of continuing education credits
• Prior experience performing autopsies in a forensic setting is preferred.

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