Forensic Scientist III-Drug Identification Unit - Lowell Laboratory

*** FOR CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES, ESTABLISHED SALARY RULES APPLY***

To serve as a professional staff employee of the Indiana State Police whose primary responsibility is to support the Laboratory Division's forensic drug analysis at an entry level.

Upon completion of relevant training, to conduct forensic analysis of routine drug evidence. To testify in court as an expert witness in the field of forensic drug analysis.

• A Bachelor's Degree in a natural science, Chemistry, or Forensic Science.
• Must have completed a minimum of ONE semester of Physics and Analytical Chemistry/Instrumental Methods; plus one year of the following courses: general Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, including lecture and associated laboratory classes.
• Basic knowledge of the theory and practical operation of a variety of scientific instrumentation and analytical techniques.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with both scientific and nonscientific personnel.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation.