The Ohio Attorney General’s Office – Bureau of Criminal Investigation Fellowship

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office – Bureau of Criminal Investigation Fellowship

The Ohio Attorney General's Office
Post date:
03/18/2013

The Office of Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine invites applications for a one-year fellowship, seeking innovative work in the following area: Laboratory Science “Smart Swabbing” Research and Development – The Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), a section within the Attorney General’s Office, houses the state of Ohio’s official crime lab and serves the criminal justice community. This will be a one-year, full-time position beginning as early as July 1, 2013 or alternatively January 1, 2014. The BCI Laboratory seeks an experienced forensic scientist or chemist to work collaboratively to conduct research and development in the scientific discipline of automated DNA extraction. The fellow will assist in the development of detergent-based “smart swab” techniques to improve the recovery of touch DNA and ultimately enhance the forensic laboratory services offered by BCI. The fellow will also be expected to characterize the suitability of various swab materials for DNA collection and DNA yield from firearms and latent print substances.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience and credentials in chemistry suitable to understand and investigate the interaction of various firearm metallic residues and oils, latent print chemistries, and industrial adhesives with DNA purification and analysis chemistries. Other areas or scientific fields that complement the present strengths and/or statutory mission of the AGO and BCI may also be considered

All candidates should submit the following application materials: a letter of application, a brief description of proposed work, and curriculum vitae. Successful applicants will be required to forward three letters of reference to complete the selection process. In addition, selected candidates must successfully complete the following background checks: criminal history, driving record, taxes, verification of academic credentials, and drug screen. The candidate selected may also be subjected to a polygraph examination and field investigation. Applications received by April 1, 2013 will receive full consideration, but the search will remain open until the positions are closed or filled. Please submit application materials to Kathleen Madden, Director of Human Resources, at Kathleen.Madden@OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov For more information about the work and mission of the Office of Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine, please visit www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov

Sun, 06/30/2013