DNA Analyst – Crime Laboratory

The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office Personnel Division is currently accepting applications for the position of DNA Analyst assigned to the JPSO Crime Laboratory
.

Qualified applicants may submit their resumes and questions to:

Salary: Competitive and dependent on education, training, and experience.

This professional scientific position applies the biological sciences to criminal investigations through laboratory analysis of physical evidence. Responsibilities include evidence screening, serology, DNA analysis, and scientific reporting.

Participate in a structured training program in forensic biology through classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory work

Learn and apply evidence screening procedures, DNA laboratory methods, protocols, and equipment

Maintain knowledge of current technologies and laboratory procedures through scientific literature and training with experienced personnel

Perform preliminary evidence screening using serological analysis and microscopic examination

Conduct DNA analysis and interpretation of results

Prepare detailed scientific reports summarizing laboratory findings

Conduct technical reviews of scientific reports

Prepare findings for court presentation and provide expert testimony

Continuously work to improve laboratory operations, reduce turnaround times, and streamline processes

Collaborate effectively with fellow laboratory scientists and staff

Principles and analytical procedures of biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, and statistics

Current applications of forensic science

Laboratory instruments and equipment used in forensic evidence analysis

Chemical and laboratory safety procedures

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and ANAB AR 3125 Accreditation Requirements for Forensic Testing and Calibration Laboratories

FBI Quality Assurance Standards and CODIS policies and procedures

Applicants must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or a forensic science–related field
.

Criminal justice degrees that do not include science coursework (lecture and laboratory) will not be considered forensic science-related degrees.

Preference will be given to applicants with advanced degrees (Master’s or PhD). However, candidates with a bachelor’s degree may be considered based on academic performance and relevant forensic DNA laboratory experience.

Applicants with two or more years of relevant experience as a qualified DNA analyst may be eligible for the DNA Analyst I position
, provided they possess a baccalaureate degree in biology, chemistry, or a forensic science-related field
.

All applicants must have successfully completed undergraduate or graduate coursework in the following areas:

Genetics

Molecular Biology

Statistics and/or Population Genetics

The mission of the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office is to keep Jefferson Parish a safe place to live, work and raise a family.

Everyone at JPSO must be committed to the values of professionalism, intellect and integrity with an understanding that the application and management of our resources, including the professional development of all employees, is a shared priority. Together with our community and professional partners, we will augment resources, improving the quality of life and promoting the best parish to live, learn and work.

Every day the people that make up the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office work to ensure the safety of our community. If you want to protect and serve your community, this may be the job for you.

• Full employer paid health, life and disability insurance, including discounted health, dental and vision insurance for your family
• Long term job stability and potential for growth and career advancement