Forensic Analyst - Seized Drug Analysis

Duties

Specific duties may include, but are not limited to, performing the following:

• Document all evidence promptly immediately upon receipt.
• Analyze evidence for the presence of controlled substances using established procedures and guidelines, keep precise records, and develop scientific conclusions.
• Generate accurate reports within 48 hours of the completion of analysis.
• Secure, preserve, inventory, and store evidence according to established procedures.
• Always maintain security and chain-of-custody documentation of evidence.
• Perform basic maintenance and calibration of instrumentation as well as necessary quality control checks and complete appropriate documentation.
• Provide technical assistance to stakeholders including but not limited to law enforcement agencies and civic groups.
• Provide accurate and effective expert testimony in court regarding the scientific conclusions obtained from the analysis of evidence.
• Participate in laboratory projects and complete tasks assigned by the supervisor.

 Earn a Degree in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics or Forensic Psychology

Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, or forensic chemistry. A Master’s degree is strongly preferred. College coursework should include a minimum of 30 hours of chemistry as well as 3 hours of Statistics and meet the education requirement for the Texas Forensic Science Commission for a Seized Drug Analyst. Transcripts are required for review.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• No experience is required at entry level; however, work or internship experience in a forensic environment is strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Working knowledge and experience with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships with fellow staff members, internal clients, and external clients.
• Working knowledge of principles, practices, and terminology of analytical chemistry.

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