Forensic Document Examiner Senior

The successful candidate will conduct detailed and complex forensic document analyses utilizing appropriate scientific methodologies, forensic techniques, and quality assurance practices in support of criminal and administrative investigations. 1 vacancy in the following location: US Postal inspection Service Forensic Laboratory Service 22433 Randolph Drive Dulles, VA 20104

Knowledge of forensic science techniques, laboratory protocols, scientific methodologies, and forensic document examination procedures sufficient to conduct highly complex and unusually difficult analyses and interpret the value of evidentiary items. Knowledge of quality assurance and discipline principles, procedures, and protocols sufficient to conduct technical work reviews of analysts. Knowledge of evidence collection, preservation, packaging, and shipment procedures sufficient to serve as a technical advisor in such matters, and to serve as a crime scene team leader for evidence collection activities during major field investigations. Ability to communicate orally and in writing in order to prepare reports of examination results and conclusions, and provide testimony as an expert witness before state, federal or other judicial bodies. Ability to plan, coordinate and conduct training regarding laboratory services, evidence collection, and field examination. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Bachelor's degree in physical or biological sciences, life sciences, chemistry or a closely related field from a college or university accredited by a national or regional accreditation organization recognized and sanctioned by the U.S. Department of Education. Skill in the use of microscopes and digital / optical enhancement instruments. Ability to conduct and document scientific research related to forensic document examinations. Ability to develop and implement laboratory programs, policies and procedures to ensure laboratory services are reflective of current trends and techniques in the forensic document discipline.