Forensic science technician collecting, identifying, and analyzing physical evidence from crime scenes, documenting findings, and testifying in court regarding investigative methods and laboratory techniques
Experience
Forensic Science Technician
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Collected evidence from crime scenes, storing it in conditions that preserved its integrity
Kept records and prepared reports detailing findings, investigative methods, and laboratory techniques
Used photographic or video equipment to document evidence or crime scenes
Testified in court about investigative or analytical methods or findings
Visited morgues, examined scenes of crimes, or contacted other sources to obtain evidence or information
Trained new technicians or other personnel on forensic science techniques
Skills
Checking & Planning
Analyzing forensic evidence, Testing fluids, Measuring distances, Verifying information or specifications, Verifying data accuracy, Analyzing data, Interpreting research data, Analyzing crime scene evidence
Core Skills
Examining crime scenes, Collecting evidence for legal cases
Tools and software
Guidance Software EnCase Enterprise, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint