Job Description

Posting number: 2026079

Department: Forensic Services

Job classification: Forensic Scientist III-Drug Identification Unit

Posting type: Open

Categories: Miscellaneous, Laboratory, Forensics

Summary

***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.

Examples of duties

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.

Qualifications

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.

Supplemental information

Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of their high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates, and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents to isprecruiting@isp.in.gov and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.