Forensic Scientist 1,2,3 - Chemistry (12-4260)

Duties

Forensic Scientist 1

• This is an entry level position focused on successfully progressing through a forensic toxicology training program. Training will be provided collaboratively by ASCDL and PHL personnel. A Forensic Scientist 1 may also perform independent tasks, including chemical and/or instrumental testing of toxicology samples, once authorized to do so.

Forensic Scientist 2

• This is an intermediate position focused on performing independent casework, including chemical and/or instrumental testing, after completing an initial training program. This position is also expected to further develop expertise in human performance toxicology interpretation as it relates to driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

Forensic Scientist 3

• This position is fully competent in the forensic toxicology testing services provided by ASCDL and PHL as well as the interpretation of their results. A primary duty of this position is to provide scientifically supportable toxicology opinions and interpretations during court proceedings based on results generated by the PHL and/or the ASCLD. Additional duties include participation in method validation, review of OSAC standards, instrument maintenance, and providing training to external stakeholders.

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

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications FORENSIC SCIENTIST 1 - CHEMISTRY

• Bachelor's degree for an accredited college in natural science, physical science, forensic science, criminalistics, or a closely related field.

FORENSIC SCIENTIST 2 - CHEMISTRY

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in natural science, physical science, forensic science, criminalistcs, or a closely related field
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• The successful completion of the State of Alaska flexible staffing plan for the chemistry discipline
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• One year of experience as a Forensic Scientist I with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
• The experience and flex plan training may be earned concurrently.
• Or substitution: One additional year of Forensic Scientist I experience in the chemistry discipline will substitute for the flex plan training.

FORENSIC SCIENTIST 3 - CHEMISTRY

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in natural science, physical science, forensic sciences, criminalistics, or a closely related field
-AND-
• The successful completion of the State of Alaska Forensic Scientist 2 flexible staffing plan for the chemistry discipline
-AND-
• Two years of experience as a Forensic Scientist 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
• The experience and flex plan training may be earned concurrently.
• Substitution: One year of additional Forensic Scientist 2 experience in the chemistry discipline will substitute for the flex plan training.

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