Forensic Technician

The University of Derby is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Forensic Technician to provide scientific technical support for teaching, research, outreach, and academic enterprise in Forensic Science.

• Liaise with academic staff in Biomedical and Forensic Sciences to ensure full technical support for teaching, course development, academic enterprise, outreach, and research in the area of Forensic Science.
• Provide technical support for Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Imaging, and Forensic Evidence Laboratory Analysis.
• Provide technical assistance to other members of staff as required by the Technical Team Leader or Technical Manager.
• Maintain the efficient operation and orderly appearance of the Forensic Teaching Laboratory, Forensic Imaging Facility, and Crime Scene House.
• Provide relevant technical assistance for student projects (undergraduate and post-graduate).
• Assist with supervision and training of trainee technicians.
• Construct and/or install new apparatus and equipment, operate and maintain existing apparatus and equipment as appropriate.
• Help to maintain material stocks, spares, etc. and report deficiencies to the Senior Technician.
• Demonstrate in relevant practicals as required (if technician workload permits).
• Undertake appropriate technician development courses.
• Ensure local compliance with all relevant Health and Safety regulations and policies and write risk assessments where appropriate.
• Undertake any additional duties as required in agreement with the line manager and Technical Team Leader.

• Essential Criteria
  • Qualifications
    • Degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Forensic Science), or equivalent experience
  • Experience
    • Experience of supporting practical sessions for undergraduate and/or post-graduate students
    • Experience of the creation of evidence for crime scenes
    • Experience of supporting crime scene investigation (e.g. forensic photography, documentation, packaging) including vehicle examination
    • Experience of laboratory forensic analysis (e.g. fingerprint, footwear, body fluid, imaging)
    • Experience and knowledge of using and maintaining equipment used in Forensic Science
  • Skills, knowledge & abilities
    • Ability to develop standard operating procedures for practical classes using a wide range of forensic techniques
    • Excellent verbal communication skills - be able to communicate effectively to students and staff
    • Ability to plan and monitor own workload operating both alone and as part of a team
    • Working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety including Risk Assessment (RA) and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
    • Demonstrable high level of organisational and practical skills
    • Ability to work with minimal supervision
    • Appropriate IT skills (e.g. Microsoft)
• Desirable Criteria
  • Qualifications
    • Professional registration
  • Skills, knowledge & abilities
    • First aid training
    • PA testing