Cherokee Federal
Forensic Scientist III
Cherokee Federal, Dover, Delaware, United States, 19904
Forensic Scientist III
As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen, lawful resident alien, citizen of American Samoa or other territory owning permanent allegiance to the United States.
Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) seeks an experienced, highly qualified Forensic DNA Analyst 3 (FS3) with a strong work ethic to support a Federal program in Dover, DE. The FS3 will be responsible for performing analysis of forensic evidence in accordance with laboratory accreditation and standard operating procedures. The FS3 is critical to the successful laboratory operation and will be required to work collaboratively and productively with laboratory staff, management, and Government stakeholders. The ability to prioritize job responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a focus on exceptional duty results and excellent customer service.
Compensation & Benefits:Pay commensurate with experience.Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided.Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Forensic Scientist III Responsibilities Include:May serve as a Contractor Supervisory DNA Analyst.Shall be knowledgeable in a relevant field of the life sciences and have experience working in a research laboratory.Shall be required to work in one or more of the following functional areas and may be tasked to perform as a Contractor Supervisory DNA Analyst:
Forensic Science Services, Past Accounting, Current Day Operations, Emerging Technologies, Family Reference Data Basing, Bioinformatics, Quality Management/Quality Control, and Laboratory Support Services.
Assist in program maintenance and development at the direction of their designated supervisor.Supervise contractor DNA Analyst staff performing investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies.Carry out DNA typing casework.May testify as an expert witness as required; provide technical assistance in the area of bioinformatics, information technology and laboratory automation; and support logistical or resource management activities.Participate in the organization and presentation of educational activities.Duties may include:
Set up and make operationally ready a wide variety of laboratory instruments and equipment. Write, review, and edit experimental protocols, standard operating procedures and operating instructions for projects of experimental programs, service casework procedures and general laboratory management operations.Assist in quality assurance activities such as standards maintenance, equipment preventive maintenance, reagent testing & validation, proficiency testing, and accreditation and certification.Conduct inspections and provide oversight to the adherence to established quality assurance activities including maintenance of standards and controls, preventive maintenance and equipment calibration, reagent testing and validation, and proficiency testing programs for accreditation or certification.
Perform general laboratory house-keeping activities such as:
Maintain appropriate working-stock levels of expendable supplies.Maintain a clean environment within laboratory work areas.Perform investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies.Maintain documentation of methods development and research activities in accordance with standard practice.Supervise and/or perform service casework involving routine nuclear and mtDNA typing and profiling procedures.Prepare formal written reports of service casework or research reports that contain professional interpretations and conclusions from the test data, and that are suitable for legal presentation in a court of law.Review casework and formal written reports.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Forensic Scientist III Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and 5 years of related experience is required.Masters degree preferred.Experience supporting and leading teams of large-scale projects.Preferred experience with projects supporting forensic toxicology, medico-legal death investigations, and/or forensic DNA analytical services.Preferred experience in DoD forensic program support.Solution oriented with proven capability to realize.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to lead and advise mid-size teams.Working knowledge of MS product suite: Excel, Word, SharePoint; Project Management software and DoD reporting systems.Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Company Information:Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH)
is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and
serving
the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about
CNIH , visit cherokee-federal.com.
#CherokeeFederal #LI
Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
KeywordsDNA analysisCrime scene investigationExpert testimonyForensic laboratory techniquesCriminalistics
Legal Disclaimer:
Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.
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As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen, lawful resident alien, citizen of American Samoa or other territory owning permanent allegiance to the United States.
Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) seeks an experienced, highly qualified Forensic DNA Analyst 3 (FS3) with a strong work ethic to support a Federal program in Dover, DE. The FS3 will be responsible for performing analysis of forensic evidence in accordance with laboratory accreditation and standard operating procedures. The FS3 is critical to the successful laboratory operation and will be required to work collaboratively and productively with laboratory staff, management, and Government stakeholders. The ability to prioritize job responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a focus on exceptional duty results and excellent customer service.
Compensation & Benefits:Pay commensurate with experience.Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided.Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Forensic Scientist III Responsibilities Include:May serve as a Contractor Supervisory DNA Analyst.Shall be knowledgeable in a relevant field of the life sciences and have experience working in a research laboratory.Shall be required to work in one or more of the following functional areas and may be tasked to perform as a Contractor Supervisory DNA Analyst:
Forensic Science Services, Past Accounting, Current Day Operations, Emerging Technologies, Family Reference Data Basing, Bioinformatics, Quality Management/Quality Control, and Laboratory Support Services.
Assist in program maintenance and development at the direction of their designated supervisor.Supervise contractor DNA Analyst staff performing investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies.Carry out DNA typing casework.May testify as an expert witness as required; provide technical assistance in the area of bioinformatics, information technology and laboratory automation; and support logistical or resource management activities.Participate in the organization and presentation of educational activities.Duties may include:
Set up and make operationally ready a wide variety of laboratory instruments and equipment. Write, review, and edit experimental protocols, standard operating procedures and operating instructions for projects of experimental programs, service casework procedures and general laboratory management operations.Assist in quality assurance activities such as standards maintenance, equipment preventive maintenance, reagent testing & validation, proficiency testing, and accreditation and certification.Conduct inspections and provide oversight to the adherence to established quality assurance activities including maintenance of standards and controls, preventive maintenance and equipment calibration, reagent testing and validation, and proficiency testing programs for accreditation or certification.
Perform general laboratory house-keeping activities such as:
Maintain appropriate working-stock levels of expendable supplies.Maintain a clean environment within laboratory work areas.Perform investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies.Maintain documentation of methods development and research activities in accordance with standard practice.Supervise and/or perform service casework involving routine nuclear and mtDNA typing and profiling procedures.Prepare formal written reports of service casework or research reports that contain professional interpretations and conclusions from the test data, and that are suitable for legal presentation in a court of law.Review casework and formal written reports.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Forensic Scientist III Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and 5 years of related experience is required.Masters degree preferred.Experience supporting and leading teams of large-scale projects.Preferred experience with projects supporting forensic toxicology, medico-legal death investigations, and/or forensic DNA analytical services.Preferred experience in DoD forensic program support.Solution oriented with proven capability to realize.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to lead and advise mid-size teams.Working knowledge of MS product suite: Excel, Word, SharePoint; Project Management software and DoD reporting systems.Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Company Information:Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH)
is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and
serving
the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about
CNIH , visit cherokee-federal.com.
#CherokeeFederal #LI
Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
KeywordsDNA analysisCrime scene investigationExpert testimonyForensic laboratory techniquesCriminalistics
Legal Disclaimer:
Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.
#J-18808-Ljbffr