Team Lead, Forensic Biology
Job in
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Listing for:
Government of Alberta
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
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Management
Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Role Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director, Forensic Services, the Team Lead is responsible for the day-to-day management, coordination, and delivery of operational activities within the Alberta Forensic DNA Laboratory. The position provides technical and supervisory leadership to a team of forensic scientists and support staff, ensuring forensic DNA analyses are conducted in accordance with established protocols, accreditation standards, quality assurance frameworks, and scientific best practices.
The Team Lead ensures the delivery of high-quality, timely, and reliable forensic services that support criminal investigations and judicial proceedings across Alberta.
Key Responsibilities
Operational and Laboratory Oversight
Support the design, validation, and implementation of forensic DNA methods, workflows, and procedures, working in collaboration with the Scientific Lead to transition validated processes into operational use.Coordinate and manage day-to-day forensic biology casework activities, including workflow, prioritization, and resource allocation.Monitor laboratory productivity, quality, and turnaround times to ensure performance standards are achieved.Provide technical oversight and review of casework to support compliance with accreditation and quality assurance requirements.Oversee evidence handling, documentation, and data management practices to ensure alignment with judicial, accreditation, and professional standards.
Technical Leadership and Quality Assurance
Provide subject matter expertise and technical supervision in forensic DNA analysis.Support and contribute to the implementation of new testing methodologies, validation studies, and analytical procedures.Ensure staff competency, compliance, and the consistent application of validated methods and procedures.Maintain audit readiness through adherence to standard operating procedures, quality assurance requirements, chain-of-custody standards, and safety protocols.
People Leadership and Workforce Development
Supervise and support forensic laboratory staff, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation.Foster a culture of professional growth, accountability, collaboration, and scientific excellence.Identify training needs and support continuous learning and competency development within the team.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Court Support
Maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement agencies, Crown prosecutors, and other forensic laboratories.Ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery and effective communication with partners.Represent the laboratory on provincial committees and working groups, contributing subject matter expertise to support coordination, policy development, and alignment across the justice system.As required, provide expert testimony in court, delivering clear, objective, and scientifically defensible explanations of forensic methods and results.
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