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Forensic Scientist

Central Intelligence Agency
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Summary

Forensic Scientist within CIA's Directorate of Science and Technology apply deep technical expertise to provide identity-driven analysis and innovative solutions for complex mission requirements.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
10/01/2024 to 01/27/2025
Salary
$68,405 to - $181,216 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 8 - 15
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Washington DC, DC
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
24-12188614-7220/THD
Control number
757705900

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Duties

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As a Forensic Scientist within CIA's Directorate of Science and Technology (DS&T), you will apply your deep technical expertise to provide identity-driven analysis and innovative solutions for complex mission requirements.

DS&T Forensic Scientists typically leverage traditional forensic laboratory capabilities to technically identify or support ongoing mission requirements. Successful Forensic Scientists are detail-oriented, self-motivated, creative, collaborative, and results-driven. DS&T Forensic Scientists operate state of the art laboratory equipment while working incoming requests, develop new capabilities, and conduct in-depth, cutting-edge research.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
  • You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
  • You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
  • You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
  • You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
  • For further requirements information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/requirements/

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
  • Advanced degree is strongly desired
  • Experience as a forensic professional and technical analyst
  • Formal training in a forensic discipline
  • Experience working in an accredited and recognized forensic laboratory
  • Experience working with forensic databases
  • Familiarity with forensic standards and requirements
  • Current membership in recognized professional organizations within the field
  • Demonstrated interest in applying technology to solve challenging problems
  • Strong verbal presentation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise text
  • Willingness to travel domestically and abroad

Education

  • A bachelor's degree in one of the following fields or related studies (or comparable work experience):
    • Anthropology
    • Bioengineering
    • Biotechnology and microbiology
    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Chemical Engineering
    • Chemistry
    • Crime Scene Investigation
    • Criminalistics
    • Forensic Molecular Biology
    • Forensic Science
    • Physical sciences
    • Physics
  • At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/forensic-scientist/.

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