DNA Examiner Security Clearance

Athenix Special Missions is currently seeking a DNA Examiner based in Forest Park, GA. This position will help support exploitation missions both CONUS and OCONUS via deployment. ASM is a world leader in designing, building, and developing realistic training exercises for Special Operations, conventional forces, and partner nations.

Job Title:

DNA Examiner |

Location:

Forest Park, GA | Clearance:
Active Secret US Government Clearance | Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Examine evidence in consultation with firearms and latent print analysts to ensure the proposed collection approach will not negatively impact collection of other forensic data from the evidence.
• Ensure proper chain of custody is maintained.
• Collect potential DNA samples from evidence using approved procedures designed to minimize the possibility of sample contamination; all samples shall be properly packaged, marked, and stored in preparation for extraction.
• Use photographic equipment to capture still images of each evidence item and relevant key portions of the evidence item, or other exhibits, to support further analysis, conclusions, and documentation.
• Generate STR DNA profiles from evidence and reference samples.
• Analyze and interpret data using probabilistic genotyping software.
• Annotate the case file documentation and generate reports, detailing the processing techniques and the examination results.
• Perform administrative and/or technical reviews of reports and worksheets.
• Perform instrument maintenance.

• A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or forensic related area with coursework in genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, statistics and/or population genetics.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a forensic laboratory performing DNA analysis on criminal and/or intelligence materials. Experience must include sampling and testing of bodily fluids such as blood, and other items requiring DNA or related analysis.
• Ability to extract DNA using automated platforms; generation of STR DNA profiles.
• Experience with mixture interpretations using probabilistic genotyping software.
• Experience with submission of DNA profiles to databases.
• Experience in technical and administrative case file reviews.
• Must be able to successfully pass a skills assessment upon hire.
• Able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance (
  
  Please note:
  
  US citizenship is required to obtain a US Secret security clearance).
• Must be able to obtain a U.S. passport.
• Must be able to complete and pass a medical assessment per customer requirements.

• ABC Certification

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industry: Technology, Information and Internet

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.