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TBI FORENSIC SCIENTIST 1** - 07152026-79257
TBI —Knoxville, TN
- $5,647 - $9,005 a month
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- 18 years or older
- Analysis skills
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Crime Scene Investigator II (Non-Sworn)
City of Murfreesboro, TN —Murfreesboro, TN
- $73,781.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Laboratory
- English
- Mid-level
Forensic Technician-Forensic Center
University of Tennessee Health Science Center —Memphis, TN
- $20.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Anatomy knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
Forensic Technician-Forensic Center
University of Tennessee - Knoxville —Memphis, TN
- $20.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Anatomy knowledge
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
Forensic Fire Investigator - Nashville, TN
Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc. —Nashville, TN
- Overtime
- Up to 50% travel
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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System Administrator
Boston Government Services, LLC —Oak Ridge, TN
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Computer Science
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Cyber Security Analyst II
Argo Cyber Systems —Millington, TN
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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ITR —Tennessee
- On call
- Computer Science
- System design
- Mid-level
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CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc —Franklin, TN
- On call
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- 5 years
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TBI FORENSIC SCIENTIST 1** - 07152026-79257

TBI -
Knoxville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$5,647 - $9,005 a month
10 days ago

Qualifications

Driver's License
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time

07/15/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time

07/28/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly)

$5,647.00 - $9,005.00

Salary (Annually)

$67,764.00 - $108,060.00

Job Type

Full-Time

City, State Location

Knoxville, TN

Department

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (T.B.I)

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: TENNESSEE BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION (T.B.I), KNOX COUNTY

This position is located at the TBI Knoxville Consolidated Facility within the Crime Laboratory's Toxicology Unit.

For more information, visit the link below:

https://www.tbijobs.com/

Qualifications

Education and Experience: A Bachelor's degree in chemistry, or other natural or physical sciences; forensic science, or other forensic related areas; including a minimum of thirty-six progressive quarter hours (twenty-four semester hours) in chemistry or equivalent chemistry and/or forensic science related coursework.

A transcript with all chemistry credits or equivalent chemistry and/or forensic science related credits is required to be uploaded with an employment application in order that the agency can properly evaluate a candidate's eligibility for a position in this classification.

Applicants for this class must:

1. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age on the date of application;
2. Be a citizen of the United States;
3. Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license;
4. Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check;
5. Complete a criminal history and background disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority and agree to release all records involving any criminal history or necessary records to the appointing authority;
6. Be subject to an intense background investigation in a manner prescribed by the appointing authority, which includes but not limited to a check of State and Federal criminal records, driving history, social media accounts, credit check, education, military, previous employment, drug use, and reference verification as well as a polygraph examination to this effect, which will require some travel to the appointment;
7. Participate in pre-employment, random and for cause drug and substance abuse testing as required by departmental policies and procedures;
8. Pass a psychological evaluation administered by a licensed mental health professional that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position.

Overview

This classification performs a variety of laboratory tests such as analyzing physical, chemical, or biological evidence collected in support of a criminal investigation; composes technical laboratory reports describing the results of tests; and testifies in criminal court as an expert witness. An incumbent in this classification performs duties at the entry/training level under the direct guidance of a supervisor. As experience and proficiency increases, an employee in this class is allowed to perform relatively independently. This series has second, third, and fourth levels that function at a more complex capacity.

*An applicant appointed to this Career Path series will be reclassified to the next higher class in the series after successful completion of a mandatory probation period and all required qualifications of the TBI Forensic Scientist 2*; `unacceptable' or `needs improvement' performance during the probation period will result in automatic demotion or termination.

Responsibilities

Analyzes or assists in the analysis of physical and/or biological evidence using scientific principles, instrumentation, and methods to generate laboratory reports for use in the investigation of a crime.
Evaluates and compares unknown forensic evidence against known reference standards and/or forensic databases [e.g., Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), Combined DNA Index System (CODIS), National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN)] to determine identity, similarities, patterns, or differences for use in the investigation of a crime.
Demonstrates and articulates knowledge and proficiency in methodology for the assigned discipline through competency tests, presentations, question and answer sessions, mock cases, and mock court settings.
Assists with discipline specific instrument maintenance and quality control duties to ensure the integrity of testing results.
Uses the laboratory information system to review case information, track evidence, enter results, and generate reports.
Documents, processes, and preserves forensic evidence in the laboratory for use in the investigation of a crime.
Testifies and/or consults as an expert witness for judicial proceedings to communicate laboratory results.
Performs technical and administrative peer reviews of forensic casework to ensure accuracy of testing results and compliance with laboratory and discipline specific policies.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

Decision Quality
Nimble Learning
Plans and Aligns
Communicates Effectively
Instills Trust

Knowledges:

Law and Government
Chemistry
Biology

Skills:

Writing
Quality Control Analysis
Science
Reading Comprehension
Learning Strategies

Abilities:

Written Comprehension
Problem Sensitivity
Mathematical Reasoning
Deductive Reasoning

Tools & Equipment

Laboratory Information System and Forensic Databases
Hand Tools
Scientific Laboratory Equipment
Computers

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

A valid driver's license
For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.

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