Forensic scientists are usually lab-based roles in areas such as Biology and Trace or Fingerprint Enhancement, depending on which department you join and what your interests or specialisms are.
Your everyday role can include a variety of different problem-solving tasks and scenarios, therefore being flexible and analytical is advantageous for a forensic examiner.
You will usually require at least one A-levels in science and demonstrate an excellent grasp of forensic science. For more senior roles such as a forensic scientist, you will require a degree (or equivalent) in a science subject.
On this page you will find job openings for Forensic Scientists, Forensic Examiners, DNA Analysts and Forensic Toxicologists.
Closing Date: 9th April 2025
The Role
To manage the Quality performance of the DNA teams across sites and to drive a high quality culture whilst developing and supporting the BU Quality Champions and ASM(s).
The Quality & Compliance Manager (QCM) monitors, develops and improves quality and health and safety, including the maintenance and extension of UKAS accreditation for relevant services. The QCM will work with the central quality team to ensure quality incidents are investigated thoroughly and in a timely fashion, root causes analysed and corrective actions implemented. The QCM will also be required to work with Science leads, LPMs and E&R QCM to support scientific and technological advances.
Closing Date: 27th April 2025
The Role
We are currently recruiting for a Casework Support Officer within our busy office in Culham. The role focusses predominantly on supporting a team of 20 Forensic Scientists in the everyday management of casework from one of the UK’s largest police forces. This will involve inputting accurate case information onto our case management system and a variety of other tasks such as general office duties, filing, invoicing, meeting visitors and dealing with customer enquiries.
Closing Date: 30th April 2025
The Role
We are currently recruiting for a Casework Support Officer within our busy firearms facility in Leeds. The role focusses predominantly on the management of forensic exhibits submitted by the police and other partner agencies. This will involve inputting accurate case information onto our case management system, and supporting our Forensic Scientists. Other duties will include a variety of tasks; general office duties, filing, invoicing, meeting visitors and dealing with customer enquiries.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a DNA analyst to join the laboratory testing team in the DNA Centre based in Birchwood Park.
The role comprises carrying out high throughput DNA profiling of samples; working flexibly and communicating effectively to deliver results within contractual TRT’s and to the highest quality standards.
The Role
To provide inspirational, role model leadership to the Chemistry Department. To drive for results in support of the Company’s strategic, commercial and operational goals. To be a catalyst for change and innovation, to support the future growth and development of the business.
A dual role combining the responsibilities of departmental management those of a Reporting Manager. Your priorities will be to provide direction and deliver departmental excellence and efficiency driven by the demands of the business and our customers, with strong emphasis on continuous improvement and communication.
You will foster a culture of personal development and growth within your team working closely with staff to nurture and engage your team in maximising their performance and contribution to the business.
It will be essential to work collaboratively with other departments as the bedrock for sustaining productive working relationships.
If you have any questions regarding our recruitment services, get in touch with a member of our team.
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