Forensic Scientist I

1 week ago


Austin, Texas, United States TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY Full time

Job Summary

The Texas Department of Public Safety is seeking a highly skilled Forensic Scientist I - Toxicology to join our team. As a Forensic Scientist, you will be responsible for conducting laboratory tests, analyses, and identifications of physical evidence from crime scenes with a focus on toxicology.

Responsibilities

  1. Conduct laboratory tests, analyses, and identifications of physical evidence from crime scenes with a focus on toxicology.
  2. Interpret analytical and instrumental results, and prepare written opinion reports.
  3. Train on testimony as an expert witness in court as to results of analyses.
  4. Work under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
  5. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, physical, biological science, chemical engineering, or forensic science.
  • Minimum of 24 semester hours of chemistry, including two semesters of General Chemistry with Laboratory, two semesters of Organic Chemistry with Laboratory, one semester of analytical chemistry, and one semester in interpretive science.
  • Valid driver's license from the state of residence.
  • Forensic analyst license from the Texas Forensic Science Commission if required by the Code of Criminal Procedure.

Working Conditions

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary and Benefits

A DPS employee who is selected for a position in the same salary group and state title as their current position will be transferred with no salary change. A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary.


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