Forensic Scientist 2-DNA analyst (FRS-LA)

About the position

SNA International seeks a bright, collaborative Forensic Scientist 2-DNA Analyst with a strong work ethic to join the Family Reference and Laboratory Automation (FRS-LA) Section within the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory (AFDIL). SNA International’s team works together in pursuit of the same cause: build a safe and just world by empowering organizations in the use of forensics, biometrics and identity intelligence. The Forensic Scientist 2 -DNA Analyst will perform mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) and nuclear-based typing services to process reference samples in order to assist in identifying the remains of missing service members from previous military conflicts (i.e., Southeast Asia, Korea, and other locations around the world). Primary team duties will be mitochondrial DNA processing to include Sanger and NGS sequencing. This is a 100% on-site position in Dover, DE

Responsibilities

  • Receive and accession physical evidence while maintaining legal chain-of-custody and integrity of submitted specimens.
  • Process biological reference specimens, to include stains, human blood, oral swabs, cadaveric tissues and bone.
  • Generate, analyze, and interpret technical data, and produce technical reports.
  • Provide training on laboratory techniques and procedures to technical staff, students and guests of the laboratory.
  • Give lectures and participate in courses, symposiums, workshops, and conferences on matters relating to DNA typing, forensic science and molecular pathology

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree with two years’ work experience or an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, or forensic science related area.
  • Must have successfully completed a minimum of 12 cumulative semester hours or equivalent (graduate or undergraduate level) covering the following subject areas: biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology and statistics/population genetics are required.
  • Must have six (6) months of forensic human DNA laboratory experience. If prior forensic human DNA laboratory experience is accepted by the laboratory (AFDIL), the prior experience shall be documented and augmented by additional training, as needed in the analytical methodologies, platforms and interpretations of human DNA results used by the laboratory.
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
  • Due to government contract requirements, this position requires U.S. Citizenship. Candidates must also be able to successfully pass a NAC-I Security Background Investigation.
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