About Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences:
Mission
The Mission of the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is to provide medical examiner and crime laboratory services of the highest quality in an unbiased manner with uncompromised integrity.
Vision
To provide consistent, quality death investigation and laboratory analysis for the benefit of the entire community.
To create a technological strongpoint for legal agencies to facilitate justice in criminal and civil proceedings.
To establish an academic environment for training in the field of Forensic Science.
Trace Evidence Chemist Overview:
The Trace Evidence Chemist receives, inventories, processes, analyzes, and reports on forensic trace evidence, primarily gunshot residue and fire debris evidence, and provides expert testimony in court; operates and maintains laboratory instruments; rigorously follows all safety and quality assurance / quality control procedures, and ensures the laboratory remains in compliance with accreditation standards.
Duties & Responsibilities:-
Receives, inventories, and processes forensic gunshot residue and fire debris evidence; prepares written reports supported by analytical findings; testifies in court procedures regarding analyses performed
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Performs and documents routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repair of associated instrumentation.
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Operates SEM-EDS and GC-MS instrumentation
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Performs safety and quality assurance / quality control duties including serving as a QM liaison; controls and maintains supplies in accordance with laboratory procedures; performs routine laboratory upkeep duties such as discarding biohazard trash, organizing laboratory work and storage areas, and maintaining laboratory cleanliness
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email
[email protected].
This position is subject to a criminal history check.
Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Position Type, Salary, and Typical Hours of Work:
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Full time | Regular
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40 hours per week
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Monday – Friday, in office
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Weekends and evening shifts may be necessary
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Must be available to work during severe weather events or other emergencies if needed
Work Environment:-
Office / laboratory setting
Physical Demands:-
Possible exposure to dangerous chemicals
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May come in contact with blood and/or blood borne pathogens
Requires physical strength to lift up to 50 pounds in the routine performance of duties
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Work Location:-
Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences
1861 Old Spanish Trail
Houston, TX 77054
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
