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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a skilled forensic medical technician to join our team who can contribute to solving complex criminal cases through precise and reliable analyses. As a forensic medical technician, you will work closely with forensic pathologists and law enforcement agencies to collect, analyze, and document evidence from crime scenes and laboratories. Your work is crucial to ensuring justice and solving crimes using scientific methods and advanced technology. You will handle biological samples, chemical analyses, DNA examinations, and other technical procedures that require great accuracy and confidentiality. Additionally, you must be able to report your findings clearly and precisely to colleagues and in court proceedings. We expect you to have a solid background in biology, chemistry, or a related field, as well as experience with laboratory work and forensic medical techniques. You should be detail-oriented, possess good communication skills, and be able to work under pressure in time-critical situations. If you want to make a difference in society by applying your technical expertise to solve crimes, this position is for you.
Responsibilities
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- Perform DNA analyses and other forensic tests in the laboratory.
- Document and report results to forensic pathologists and police.
- Ensure proper handling and storage of samples to maintain integrity.
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and technical instruments.
- Adhere to safety and quality standards in all work processes.
- Participate in investigations and potentially testify in court.
- Collaborate with other professionals in forensic medicine and law enforcement.
- Stay updated on new techniques and methods in forensic medicine.
- Contribute to research and development of new analytical methods.
Requirements
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- Experience with laboratory work and technical analyses.
- Knowledge of DNA techniques and other forensic methods.
- Good understanding of quality control and safety procedures.
- Ability to work independently and in teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication skills, both written and oral.
- Detail-oriented with focus on accuracy.
- Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
- Flexibility to work under pressure and in time-critical situations.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with DNA analysis in a laboratory?
- How do you ensure quality and accuracy in your analyses?
- Can you describe a situation where you handled a difficult sample?
- How do you collaborate with other professionals in an investigation?
- How do you handle confidential information?
- What safety procedures do you follow in the laboratory?
- How do you stay updated with new techniques in forensic medicine?
- Can you give an example of how you contributed to solving a case?
- How do you prioritize tasks under time pressure?
- Which laboratory instruments are you most familiar with?
