Forensic Science Investigator
6 days ago
The Texas Department of Public Safety is seeking a highly skilled Forensic Scientist - Toxicology Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our forensic science unit, you will be responsible for conducting laboratory tests, analyzing evidence, and providing expert testimony in court.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct laboratory tests and analyses on biological specimens, including blood and urine, to detect the presence of alcohol, volatiles, and pharmaceutical or illicit drugs.
- Prepare and present technical reports and expert testimony in court.
- Collaborate with law enforcement officials and other stakeholders to obtain and provide information related to offenses.
- Stay current with scientific literature and advancements in forensic science.
- Perform instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair as needed.
- Participate in method validations and quality assurance duties.
- Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, physical, biological science, chemical engineering, or forensic science from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 24 semester hours of chemistry, including two semesters of General Chemistry with Laboratory and two semesters of Organic Chemistry with Laboratory.
- One semester of analytical chemistry and one semester of interpretive science.
- Forensic Analyst license from the Texas Forensic Science Commission (if required by the Code of Criminal Procedure).
- Valid driver's license from the state of residence.
- Experience as a Forensic Scientist I or equivalent experience in an accredited crime laboratory.
- Documented completion of a training program.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
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.
Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, sit.
Hand-eye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity.
Ability to exercise visual acuity, e.g., stereoscopic vision sufficient to perform detailed work, perceive minute differences and details, and ability to withstand the strain of continued close work.
Ability to speak; hear; and exercise visual acuity to perceive minute differences/details, and to withstand the strain of continued close work.
Ability to transfer weights of twenty-five (25) pounds anticipated for this position.
Driving requirements: Moderate frequency (10%).
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