Forensic Scientist - Latent Prints Job at Crime Scene Resources, Inc, Manassas, VA

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  • Crime Scene Resources, Inc
  • Manassas, VA

Job Description

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Duties

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science (DFS) is seeking a qualified candidate to perform a full range of functions to recover and examine friction ridge prints for identification purposes at the Northern Laboratory, located in Manassas, VA. The candidate will process evidence submitted to the Latent Print Section utilizing various chemical and physical techniques for the development of friction ridge prints. The candidate will utilize various light sources to examine evidence for the detection of friction ridge prints, use digital capture equipment to record friction ridge prints developed, be responsible for utilizing sound judgment on the application of correct sequential processing procedures, and be proficient at mixing various reagents in compliance with standard operating procedures. The candidate will document, evaluate, analyze, and preserve evidence and utilize various comparison techniques while maintaining the chain of custody. The candidate will conduct computerized database searches, as well as update databases as necessary, and utilize methods and equipment to enhance latent print evidence. In addition, the candidate will compose and complete reports, produce documentation of examination, provide information to investigators, and provide expert testimony in court proceedings. Overnight travel is required, and the employee will provide their own transportation as required.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
  • Successful completion of a documented training program from an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited private, local, state, or federal forensic science laboratory and demonstration of competency in the latent print discipline
  • Experience with fingerprint pattern recognition, comparing latent prints with known finger, foot, and palm prints, developing and recovery of latent prints on physical evidence, and obtaining prints from living and deceased individuals
  • Knowledge, skills, and ability to testify in court through experience and/or training
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality assurance/quality control procedures
Additional Considerations
  • Experience as an expert witness providing courtroom testimony and preparing and presenting exhibits of evidence, both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner
  • Certification as a Latent Print Examiner by the International Association for Identification (IAI)
  • Experience using systems such as AFIS and/or NGI
  • Experience using the Mideo Systems Latent Works software and conducting on-screen comparisons of latent prints to known exemplars
  • Experience in latent print photography, including technical experience with filters, light sources, and Adobe Photoshop

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Job Tags

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