Forensic Scientist EVII - LIMS Unit Manager - Indianapolis Regional Laboratory

Duties

Job Duties

• Participate in the establishment of Unit priorities, goals, and objectives to accomplish the mission of the FSD.
• Monitor performance of the LIMS.
• Monitor the LIMS performance of FSD personnel.
• Plan, direct, and supervise the work associated with the Unit and the FSD.
• Fulfill the quality assurance responsibilities of the Unit as required by the FSD’s Quality Assurance Program.
• Perform administrative and support functions as necessary to maintain analytical services.
• Maintain effective communications with the scientific and criminal justice communities, Department personnel, and the Indiana Office of Technology (IOT).
• Propose and implement Unit goals and objectives.
• Distribute operational assignments to FSD personnel.
• Participate in the formulation of budget requests.
• Maintain documentation and validate or supervise validation of LIMS procedures.
• Maintain the Unit’s resource materials.
• Participate in creation and annual review of management system documents.
• Maintain integrity and security of the LIMS network system.
• Implement change requests made to the LIMS database and maintain documentation.
• Identify training needs, develop, and administer training programs.
• Prepare recommendations with justification and specifications for the purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, Standard Operating Procedures, Rules, Regulations, FSD policies, and licensing agreements.
• Perform other duties as required.

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

Requirements

Job Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree or higher with natural, forensic, and/or computer science courses.
• Three years of full time experience in an accredited forensic laboratory and/or information technology position.
• Knowledge of the general theory, installation, and practical operation of a variety of operating systems, software programs, computer hardware, and networking equipment.
• Ability to perform complex LIMS and computer system procedures.
• Ability to comprehend, demonstrate, explain, and apply theory and practical operation of a variety of operating systems, software programs, computer hardware, and networking equipment.
• Ability to comprehend, explain, and apply management and leadership theories and 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 communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to testify as an expert witness in an objective, unbiased, and professional manner.
• Must be able to differentiate colors as evidenced by medical certification.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel by aircraft and other vehicles.
• Ability to attend training at alternate locations for extended periods of time.

Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of their high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates, and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents toisprecruiting@isp.in.govand indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.

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