Forensic Scientist 2

Culmen International is seeking an experienced Forensic Scientist 2 to join our team.

Perform as a DNA Analyst
• Assist in program maintenance and development at the direction of their designated supervisor
• Perform investigative studies on biological materials using DNA typing technologies; carry out DNA typing casework in support of routine casework and special projects; review casework results, write DNA comparison reports, manage large sets of case samples assigned to them, and testify as an expert witness as required, provide technical assistance in the area of bioinformatics, information technology and laboratory automation, and support the logistical or resource management activities of the DNA Operations section
• Participate in the organization and presentation of educational activities
• Duties may include assisting in the expansion of the technical programs to accelerate service work capabilities, which may include the following: Setup and make operationally ready a wide variety of laboratory instruments and equipment
• Write, review, and edit experimental protocols, standard operating procedures and operating instructions for projects of experimental programs, service casework procedures and general laboratory management operations.
• Assist in quality assurance activities such as standards maintenance, equipment preventive maintenance, reagent testing & validation, proficiency testing, and accreditation and certification
• Perform general laboratory house-keeping activities such as maintaining appropriate working-stock levels of expendable supplies and maintaining a clean environment within laboratory work areas
• Perform investigative studies on tissue, skeletal bone, and teeth utilizing next generation sequencing whole mtDNA genome and nuclear Single Nucleotide Polymorphism and/or mtDNA Sanger Sequencing, and/or autosomal STR, and/or Y chromosomal STR testing
• Maintain documentation of methods development and research activities in accordance with standard practice. Manage investigative studies on novel markers/assays to improve DNA recovery and/or typing from mixed and/or low template specimens, including design of experiments, performance of laboratory work and analysis of data. Participate in the establishment of extensive mtDNA, Y-STR and Autosomal STR databases for both general, and specifically targeted, populations
• Identify, investigate and pursue projects to advance DNA-based biometric capabilities
• Assist in the management and coordination of interns, part-time employees and visiting scientists involved in research efforts
• Present scientific findings at domestic and/or international conferences

• Bachelor's (or its equivalent) or an advanced degree in a biology-,chemistry-, forensic science- or physical sciences and shall have successfully completed a minimum of 9 cumulative semester hours or equivalent (graduate or undergraduate level) course work covering the following subject areas: biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology; and course work and/or training in statistics and/or population genetics as it applies to forensic DNA analysis
• Knowledge and experience in filing techniques; administrative typing; preparing and editing technical or general documentation using various software packages such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel and Windows; transcription of documents, data entry, and preparing and editing management support documentation

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, strengthening homeland defense, improving global health and humanitarian programs, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 140 countries, we help our customers to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments worldwide.

• Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision coverage with 100% of the premiums paid by the company for all eligible employees and their eligible dependents (including same or opposite sex domestic partners)
• 401k - Vested immediately and 4% match
• Life insurance and disability paid by the company
• AFLAC Available
• Education and Professional Development
• 12 Paid Holidays

To learn more about Culmen International, please visit www.culmen.com

At Culmen International we are committed to creating, promoting, and sustaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our commitment to these values is unwavering across all our work around the world. We include and celebrate employees of diverse races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, ethnicities, nationalities, socioeconomic statuses, languages, (dis)abilities, ages, and religious commitments. These differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our employees and clients. Culmen is an equal opportunity employer.