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Forensic Scientist I

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Amentum

Aug 1

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    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Dover

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Requirements

  • Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued security clearance
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiar with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
  • A degree in forensic science or in physical or life sciences
  • Desired Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree related to Forensics or DNA
  • Experience working in a DNA or forensic laboratory
  • Course work in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Statistics, and Genetics

Responsibilities

  • - Assisting in program maintenance and development at the direction of their designated supervisor.
  • - Supporting investigative studies on biological materials using DNA typing technologies.
  • - Supporting the logistical or resource management activities of the DNA Registry.
  • - Participating in the organization and presentation of educational activities.
  • - Accessioning forensic evidence in the Laboratory Information Management System (LISA).
  • - Maintaining accurate and complete chain of custody for evidence.
  • - Entering data into LISA and the Armed Forces Medical Examiners Tracking System (AFMETS).
  • - Preparing correspondence/documents ensuring proper format, mathematical correctness, grammar, punctuation, and spelling, in preparation for or editing of recurring reports regarding case status and case tracking.
  • - Preparing reagents and maintain documentation of reagent prep and Quality Control testing in accordance with SOPs.
  • - Performing laboratory housekeeping activities such as preparing common laboratory reagents.
  • - Maintaining appropriate stock levels of expendable supplies and maintaining a clean environment within laboratory work areas.
  • - Assisting in casework involving nucDNA and mtDNA typing and profiling procedures.
  • - Supporting validation projects focusing on systems with increased sensitivity and discrimination power and advanced development of automated systems.
  • - Supporting research projects focusing on various research projects to include population databasing and working to increase sensitivity, discrimination power, and automated systems for casework applications.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Forensic Scientist I.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located at the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory (AFDIL) in Dover, DE.

What are the main responsibilities of a Forensic Scientist I?

The main responsibilities include assisting in program maintenance, supporting DNA typing technologies, managing forensic evidence in the Laboratory Information Management System (LISA), maintaining chain of custody for evidence, and preparing reports, among other duties.

What level of education is required for this position?

A degree in forensic science or in physical or life sciences is required.

What type of experience is desired for this role?

Experience working in a DNA or forensic laboratory is desired, along with coursework in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Statistics, and Genetics.

Is a security clearance required for this job?

Yes, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued security clearance.

What technical skills are necessary for this position?

Familiarity with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat is necessary.

What qualities should candidates possess to succeed in this role?

Candidates should have strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment, and a focus on excellent customer service.

What additional materials must candidates submit with their application?

Candidates must submit a resume and a copy of unofficial transcripts.

Is Amentum an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunity for employment without regard to various protected categories.

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