Description
Forensic and Biometric Practitioner - DNA - Fingerprints - SC Cleared
We currently have a fantastic new requirement for a Forensic and Biometric Practitioner. This exciting new project will be based in Kent working for one of our leading blue chip clients. This is a minimum 11 month contract and applicants will need to hold a minimum of an SC clearance. Our client is offering competitive rates of up to £300 per day.
Job Description
As part of the Forensic and Biometric (FAB) Team in the UK DEF the Forensic Practitioners will be a key part of the team.
They will:
- Examine IED and non IED related material in accordance with Theatre designated priorities
- Recover fingerprints, DNA and other trace material using appropriate treatments in sequential order
- Examine latent marks and identify those of potential searchable value
- Handle, package and process all evidence in appropriate manner to avoid cross contamination and preserve integrity and continuity of evidence
- Maintain contemporaneous notes throughout the examination process and complete appropriate reporting
In addition, at the more senior level the individual will:
- Be able to identify new and emerging technologies and the value of them for the FAB Team
- Have an excellent awareness of QA process and practice
- Awareness of best practice in forensic and biometric recovery and the ability to identify methods to increase the success rate of recovery processes
Essential Criteria
- Recent and current experience of practical DNA & fingerprint recovery work within a forensic environment - either in a forensic laboratory, working with the Police or a forensic service
- Good science qualification to degree or higher standard with subsequent laboratory experience
- Excellent understanding of the principles of forensic science
- Experience with forensic recovery techniques and equipment such as DCS4 software, light sources and chemical treatments
- Ability to prioritise tasks under pressure
- Excellent attention to detail
- Skilled communicator - ability to precis issues to key points and write clear reports
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working and communicating with the military (covering all ranks)
- Applying scientific knowledge and practice in complex problem solving situations
- Demonstrable ability to adopt new practices & procedures
- Ability to proactively identify issues, and develop appropriate solutions utilising available resources
- Previous deployment experience
- Experience of delivering science in MoD environment
- Good appreciation of the operational constraints which drive UK MoD Exploitation work
- SC Clearance
- Willing to deploy
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You will be required to hold a minimum of SC security clearance. If you do not hold an active SC or DV clearance please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying.
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