Forensic Analyst 3
This position will perform structural analysis on forensic samples including gas chromatography with flame ionization detector and mass spectrometry, ultra-violet/visible wave length spectrophotometry, liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry, time of flight measurement and sample preparation for analysis with these instruments. This position will prepare solutions, buffers, solvents and reagents using volumetric and potentiometric methods. This position performs analysis on samples properly accessioned into the OCME Forensic Toxicology Laboratory in accordance with the direction of the Forensic Pathologist assigned to the case associated with the samples or in accordance with the direction issued by the Chief Toxicologist of the OCME. The results of these analysis are provided to the Forensic Pathologist for interpretation and utilization in the determination of cause and manner of death for their respective cases. Other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with a major in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, forensic sciences, natural sciences or related field.
Training Substitution for Firearms Section Only: Four years of experience as a qualified forensic laboratory firearms examiner may be substituted for bachelor's degree.
Experience: Three years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in the analysis of evidentiary material.
Substitution: A Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in forensic science or related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.