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Forensic Scientist I: Under general supervision, performs a variety of scientific laboratory examinations and analyses on physical evidence for one or more Forensic science disciplines including Controlled Substances, Toxicology, Latent Print Examination, Trace Chemistry-Flammables, Firearms and Toolmarks, Questioned Documents, and Biology/DNA; and performs related duties as assigned. Forensic Scientist II: Under general supervision, performs a variety of scientific laboratory examinations and analyses on physical evidence in a discipline of the Forensic Laboratory, (including Controlled Substances, Toxicology, Latent Print Examination, Trace Chemistry-Flammables, Firearms and Toolmarks, Questioned Documents, and Biology/DNA); interprets test results, formulates conclusions, and prepare reports; provides scientific assistance to external parties and testifies in court as an expert witness; and performs related duties as assigned.
Ideal Candidates for Forensic Scientist (Controlled Substances) will possess the following: Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Laboratory Experience determining proper scientific testing techniques and performing chemical, instrumental, microscopic, chromatographic, and comparative laboratory tests on suspected controlled substances and illicit drugs Experience isolating and separating analytes (qualitatively) from various matrices, including solid dose samples Knowledge and experience in preparing and validating standards Experience with Liquid Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (LC/MS), Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GC/MS) instruments, and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) Knowledge of controlled substances and seized drugs Courtroom testimony experience Requirements
Minimum Qualifications for Forensic Scientist I (Salary Range: $36.26 to $54.38): Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a natural or applied science. Three (3) years of full-time professional work experience related to a particular laboratory discipline, as a forensic scientist or equivalent, in a forensic laboratory conducting scientific laboratory analyses. Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check. Must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six months of hire/transfer and be recertified every two years. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483. Minimum Qualifications for Forensic Scientist II (Salary Range: $39.77 to $59.66): Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with science courses. Six (6) years of full-time professional work experience related to the particular laboratory discipline, as a forensic scientist or equivalent, in a forensic laboratory conducting scientific laboratory analyses. Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483. Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check. Must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six months of hire/transfer and be recertified every two years. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment. Controlled Substances, Toxicology, or Trace Evidence/ Trace Chemistry-Flammables, and Biology/DNA disciplines: Must be certified in one of the following areas within three years of employment or promotion to this position: Certified Diplomate, Fellow, or Technical Specialist from the American Board of Criminalists Certified Diplomate or Certified Fellow from the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT) Certification(s) in drug chemistry or toxicology from other recognized and accepted forensic certifying organizations Desirable: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a natural or physical science or a forensic science-related field Do you have the Education Required? See available on-line and campus-based degree programs now!
