Forensic Scientist -P11​/SSB​/FSD​/Latent Prints Unit​/Statewide

Locations & Laboratories with Vacancies

• Grand Rapids Lab – 2290 4 Mile Road, NW. Grand Rapids, MI 49544 (2 Vacancies)
• Northville Lab – 42145 West 7 Mile Road, Northville, MI 48167
• Lansing Lab – 7320 North Canal Road, Lansing, MI 48913
• Grayling Lab – 103 James Street, Grayling, MI 49738 (2 Vacancies)
• Bridgeport Lab – 6296 Dixie Highway, Bridgeport, MI 48722

• Evaluate and examine forensic evidence, primarily in the area of fingerprint evidence, in connection with criminal cases.
• Collect latent fingerprints by lifting, casting, or photography, compare to known standards, and identify unknown deceased persons.
• Apply a variety of processing techniques and forensic light sources to develop latent fingerprints on submitted evidence.
• Testify in court, conduct crime‑scene investigations, and support validation of new methods, equipment and instruments.
• Receive direct training by a senior‑level scientist or manager until fully competent and perform all duties in a bias‑free manner.

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in forensic science, natural science, or a related pure or applied science.

• Forensic Scientist 9: No specific type or amount of experience required.
• Forensic Scientist 10: One year of professional experience in a crime laboratory carrying out tests, analyses, production, or research involving chemical, biochemical, biological, or physical evidence.
• Forensic Scientist P11: Two years of professional experience in a crime laboratory, including one year equivalent to a Forensic Scientist 10.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major in natural science, criminal justice, forensic science, or a related field and have at least 8 semester credits in chemistry. Those missing the chemistry credits may be appointed provided they complete the required credits by the end of the second year; failure to do so may result in separation from the program.

• Experience as a latent print examiner.
• Knowledge of forensic latent print laboratory instrumentation.
• Court testimony experience.
• Experience with forensic laboratory evidence handling procedures.

Selected candidates must submit a DNA sample for inclusion into the DNA Quality Index. New hires will be assigned to a specific laboratory and may require frequent travel for training; lodging and per diem will be provided as needed.

The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of all individuals. All applicants and employees are expected to conduct themselves in a bias‑free manner.

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