Forensic Scientist - Drug Unit Supervisor

Duties

• Participate in the establishment of Unit priorities, goals, and objectives to accomplish the mission of the Laboratory.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document performance of personnel assigned to the Unit.
• Plan, direct, and supervise the work associated with the Unit.
• Perform the quality assurance responsibilities as required by the Division’s Quality Assurance Program.
• Maintain analytical proficiency in forensic drug analysis.
• Perform administrative and support functions as necessary to maintain analytical services.
• Maintain effective communication with the scientific and criminal justice communities and Department personnel.
• Conduct analysis on routine and highly complex forensic drug evidence utilizing approved Unit Test Methods.
• Communicate analytical procedures, methodology, policies, and conclusions to various elements in the criminal justice system including court testimony as an expert witness.
• Propose and implement Unit goals and objectives.
• Distribute casework and operational assignments to Unit personnel.
• Participate in the formulation of budget requests.
• Validate or supervise validation of new technical procedures.
• Maintain the Unit’s resource materials.
• Maintain documentation of technical procedures in the Unit Test Methods.
• Ensure the use of appropriate controls and standards.
• Participate in creation and annual review of management system documents.
• Provide and review proficiency testing and maintain associated records within the Unit.
• Monitor conclusions and expert testimony of Unit personnel.
• Direct, supervise, and evaluate the performance of Unit and other laboratory personnel as needed.
• Identify training needs, develop, and/or administer training programs.
• Prepare recommendations with justification and specifications for the purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and Laboratory policies.
• Perform other duties as required

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

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree or higher in natural science and/or forensic sciences which shall include a minimum of one semester of physics, and one year or equivalent in each of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and analytical chemistry/instrumental methods including lecture and associated laboratory classes.
• Three years of full time experience in a forensic drug analysis position.
• Successful completion of an ISP recognized forensic drug analysis training and/or testing program and competency testing.
• Advanced knowledge of the theory and practical operation of relevant scientific instrumentation and analytical techniques within the Unit.
• Ability to perform complex scientific procedures in an unbiased manner following the Unit Test Methods.
• Ability to comprehend, demonstrate, and explain advanced knowledge of the theory and practical operation of various scientific instruments and analytical techniques.
• Ability to effectively operate various computer systems and software.
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Ability to manage and adhere to established laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to comprehend and apply management and leadership theories and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Testify as an expert witness in an objective, unbiased, and professional manner as required.
• Must be able to differentiate colors as evidenced by medical certification.

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