Forensic Science Technician
Listed on 2026-09-07
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Forensic Science Technician
The Iowa Department of Public Safety is seeking to fill a Forensic Science Technician position specializing in Drug Chemistry within the Division of Criminal Investigation's Criminalistics Laboratory.
The Forensic Science Technician position performs a variety of routine tasks in direct support of forensic laboratory analysts, primarily in the Drug Chemistry section. These tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing reagents and stock solutions by predetermined procedures for use in routine tests
- Conducting quality assurance checks of reagents, balances, instrumentation, and safety equipment
- Maintaining inventory of chemicals and laboratory consumables
- Performing routine instrument maintenance
- Opening suspected cannabis cases under the direct supervision of case working analysts
- Serving on the laboratory crime scene response team in collecting, documenting, and photographing potential items of evidence (optional)
Travel across the state of Iowa may be required for crime scene duties or continuing education, with the potential to be away from the Des Moines area overnight on occasion. General work hours will be Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.
-4:30 p.m., however crime scene responsibilities may require hours outside of these times.
Special Requirements:
- Must possess, at minimum, an associate's degree with an emphasis in laboratory technology, chemistry, biology, forensic science, physics or a closely related physical or natural laboratory science.
- A bachelor's or advanced degree in one of these scientific disciplines will also be accepted.
Additional Requirements:
- The State of Iowa is an E-Verify Employer.
- Candidates must successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation conducted by the Iowa Department of Public Safety investigators before a final letter of employment offer is delivered.
- Applicants must be able to travel and may be occasionally required to stay away from home overnight during assignments.
- Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter, transcripts, and resume with the NEOGOV application.
This is not a remote position.
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