# Forensic Science Technicians

*/Occupations/Forensic_Science_Technicians*

Total Employment: 12410

## Neighborhood

### Parent

- [Miscellaneous Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians](/Occupations/Miscellaneous_Life,_Physical,_and_Social_Science_Technicians) — parent · Occupations

### Siblings

- [Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other](/Occupations/Life,_Physical,_and_Social_Science_Technicians,_All_Other) — siblings · Occupations

### Related (type of)

- [Forensic Investigator](/JobTypes/Forensic_Investigator) — type of · JobTypes
- [Forensic Analyst](/JobTypes/Forensic_Analyst) — type of · JobTypes
- [Forensic Lab Quality Assurance Specialist](/JobTypes/Forensic_Lab_Quality_Assurance_Specialist) — type of · JobTypes
- [Law Enforcement Digital Forensics Examiner](/JobTypes/Law_Enforcement_Digital_Forensics_Examiner) — type of · JobTypes
- [Latent Print Examiner](/JobTypes/Latent_Print_Examiner) — type of · JobTypes
- [Questioned Document Examiner](/JobTypes/Questioned_Document_Examiner) — type of · JobTypes
- [Fingerprint Technician](/JobTypes/Fingerprint_Technician) — type of · JobTypes
- [Forensic Toxicologist](/JobTypes/Forensic_Toxicologist) — type of · JobTypes
- [Forensic Physical Scientist](/JobTypes/Forensic_Physical_Scientist) — type of · JobTypes
- [Evidence Technician](/JobTypes/Evidence_Technician) — type of · JobTypes
- [Mobile Device Forensics Examiner](/JobTypes/Mobile_Device_Forensics_Examiner) — type of · JobTypes
- [Major Crimes Identification Officer](/JobTypes/Major_Crimes_Identification_Officer) — type of · JobTypes
- [Forensic DNA Analyst](/JobTypes/Forensic_DNA_Analyst) — type of · JobTypes
- [Tenprint Examiner](/JobTypes/Tenprint_Examiner) — type of · JobTypes
- [Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)](/JobTypes/Crime_Scene_Investigator_(CSI)) — type of · JobTypes
- [Bloodstain Pattern Analyst](/JobTypes/Bloodstain_Pattern_Analyst) — type of · JobTypes
- [AFIS Specialist](/JobTypes/AFIS_Specialist) — type of · JobTypes
- [Trace Evidence Examiner](/JobTypes/Trace_Evidence_Examiner) — type of · JobTypes
- [Firearms and Toolmark Examiner](/JobTypes/Firearms_and_Toolmark_Examiner) — type of · JobTypes
- [Seized Drugs Analyst](/JobTypes/Seized_Drugs_Analyst) — type of · JobTypes
- [eDiscovery and Litigation Forensics Specialist](/JobTypes/eDiscovery_and_Litigation_Forensics_Specialist) — type of · JobTypes

### Related

- [Detectives and Criminal Investigators](/Occupations/Detectives_and_Criminal_Investigators) — related to · Occupations
- [Private Detectives and Investigators](/Occupations/Private_Detectives_and_Investigators) — related to · Occupations
- [Computer Occupations, All Other](/Occupations/Computer_Occupations,_All_Other) — related to · Occupations
- [Compliance Officers](/Occupations/Compliance_Officers) — related to · Occupations
- [Biochemists and Biophysicists](/Occupations/Biochemists_and_Biophysicists) — related to · Occupations

### Related (signature occupation)

- [Large State Public Safety Department](/CompanyTypes/Large_State_Public_Safety_Department) — signature occupation · CompanyTypes
- [Expert Witness & Litigation Support Firm](/CompanyTypes/Expert_Witness_&_Litigation_Support_Firm) — signature occupation · CompanyTypes
- [Cyber Incident Response Firms](/CompanyTypes/Cyber_Incident_Response_Firms) — signature occupation · CompanyTypes

### Who employs this

- [Hospitals](/Industries/Hospitals) — employs · Industries
- [Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories](/Industries/Medical_and_Diagnostic_Laboratories) — employs · Industries
- [Ambulatory Health Care Services](/Industries/Ambulatory_Health_Care_Services) — employs · Industries
- [Health Care and Social Assistance](/Industries/Health_Care_and_Social_Assistance) — employs · Industries
- [Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools](/Industries/Colleges,_Universities,_and_Professional_Schools) — employs · Industries
- [Educational Services](/Industries/Educational_Services) — employs · Industries
- [Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services](/Industries/Management,_Scientific,_and_Technical_Consulting_Services) — employs · Industries
- [Engineering Services](/Industries/Engineering_Services) — employs · Industries
- [Testing Laboratories and Services](/Industries/Testing_Laboratories_and_Services) — employs · Industries
- [Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services](/Industries/Architectural,_Engineering,_and_Related_Services) — employs · Industries
- [Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services](/Industries/Professional,_Scientific,_and_Technical_Services) — employs · Industries
- [Other Insurance Related Activities](/Industries/Other_Insurance_Related_Activities) — employs · Industries
- [Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities](/Industries/Agencies,_Brokerages,_and_Other_Insurance_Related_Activities) — employs · Industries
- [Insurance Carriers and Related Activities](/Industries/Insurance_Carriers_and_Related_Activities) — employs · Industries
- [Finance and Insurance](/Industries/Finance_and_Insurance) — employs · Industries

### Company types employing this role

- [Standalone Professional Schools](/CompanyTypes/Standalone_Professional_Schools) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Small Liberal Arts Colleges](/CompanyTypes/Small_Liberal_Arts_Colleges) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Regional Comprehensive Universities](/CompanyTypes/Regional_Comprehensive_Universities) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Regional Civil and Site Engineers](/CompanyTypes/Regional_Civil_and_Site_Engineers) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [R1 Research Universities](/CompanyTypes/R1_Research_Universities) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Owners Representative and PM Firms](/CompanyTypes/Owners_Representative_and_PM_Firms) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Contractor](/CompanyTypes/Non-Destructive_Testing_(NDT)_Contractor) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Multidisciplinary AEC Megafirms](/CompanyTypes/Multidisciplinary_AEC_Megafirms) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Metallurgical and Materials Testing Lab](/CompanyTypes/Metallurgical_and_Materials_Testing_Lab) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [MEP Design Consultancies](/CompanyTypes/MEP_Design_Consultancies) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Historically Black Colleges and Universities](/CompanyTypes/Historically_Black_Colleges_and_Universities) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Global TIC Multinational](/CompanyTypes/Global_TIC_Multinational) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Geotechnical and Construction Materials Lab](/CompanyTypes/Geotechnical_and_Construction_Materials_Lab) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Geotechnical and Materials Testing Firms](/CompanyTypes/Geotechnical_and_Materials_Testing_Firms) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [For-Profit Online Universities](/CompanyTypes/For-Profit_Online_Universities) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Forensic Engineering Firms](/CompanyTypes/Forensic_Engineering_Firms) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Food Safety and Ag Testing Lab](/CompanyTypes/Food_Safety_and_Ag_Testing_Lab) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Federal Military Academies](/CompanyTypes/Federal_Military_Academies) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Faith-Based Colleges](/CompanyTypes/Faith-Based_Colleges) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Failure Analysis and Forensics Lab](/CompanyTypes/Failure_Analysis_and_Forensics_Lab) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Environmental Analytical Lab](/CompanyTypes/Environmental_Analytical_Lab) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Environmental Engineering Consultancies](/CompanyTypes/Environmental_Engineering_Consultancies) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [EMC and Wireless Testing Lab](/CompanyTypes/EMC_and_Wireless_Testing_Lab) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [EPC Contractors](/CompanyTypes/EPC_Contractors) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Calibration and Metrology Lab](/CompanyTypes/Calibration_and_Metrology_Lab) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Boutique Specialty Engineers](/CompanyTypes/Boutique_Specialty_Engineers) — typically employs · CompanyTypes
- [Arts and Design Conservatories](/CompanyTypes/Arts_and_Design_Conservatories) — typically employs · CompanyTypes

### What it uses

- [Photospectrometers](/Products/Photospectrometers) — uses · Products
- [Automated Biometric Identification System ABIS](/Products/Automated_Biometric_Identification_System_ABIS) — uses · Products
- [Adobe Photoshop](/Products/Adobe_Photoshop) — uses · Products
- [National Integrated Ballistics Information Network NIBIN](/Products/National_Integrated_Ballistics_Information_Network_NIBIN) — uses · Products
- [SmartDraw Legal](/Products/SmartDraw_Legal) — uses · Products
- [The CAD Zone The Crime Zone](/Products/The_CAD_Zone_The_Crime_Zone) — uses · Products
- [DataWorks Plus Digital CrimeScene](/Products/DataWorks_Plus_Digital_CrimeScene) — uses · Products
- [Trancite Logic Systems ScenePD](/Products/Trancite_Logic_Systems_ScenePD) — uses · Products
- [Microsoft PowerPoint](/Products/Microsoft_PowerPoint) — uses · Products
- [Microsoft Visio](/Products/Microsoft_Visio) — uses · Products
- [Microsoft Word](/Products/Microsoft_Word) — uses · Products
- [DesignWare 3D EyeWitness](/Products/DesignWare_3D_EyeWitness) — uses · Products
- [Linux](/Products/Linux) — uses · Products
- [Laboratory information management system LIMS](/Products/Laboratory_information_management_system_LIMS) — uses · Products
- [Microsoft Access](/Products/Microsoft_Access) — uses · Products
- [DM2 Bills of Lading](/Products/DM2_Bills_of_Lading) — uses · Products
- [Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System IAFIS](/Products/Integrated_Automated_Fingerprint_Identification_System_IAFIS) — uses · Products
- [Microsoft Office software](/Products/Microsoft_Office_software) — uses · Products
- [Mideo Systems EZDoc Plus](/Products/Mideo_Systems_EZDoc_Plus) — uses · Products
- [Midwest Information Systems PAX-it](/Products/Midwest_Information_Systems_PAX-it) — uses · Products
- [IBM Notes](/Products/IBM_Notes) — uses · Products
- [Combined DNA Index System CODIS](/Products/Combined_DNA_Index_System_CODIS) — uses · Products
- [Computer aided design and drafting CADD software](/Products/Computer_aided_design_and_drafting_CADD_software) — uses · Products
- [Corel WordPerfect Office Suite](/Products/Corel_WordPerfect_Office_Suite) — uses · Products
- [Eos Systems PhotoModeler](/Products/Eos_Systems_PhotoModeler) — uses · Products
- [Graphics software](/Products/Graphics_software) — uses · Products
- [Image enhancement software](/Products/Image_enhancement_software) — uses · Products
- [National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database](/Products/National_Crime_Information_Center_(NCIC)_database) — uses · Products

### In job zone

- [Job Zone 3](/JobZone/Job_Zone_3) — in job zone · JobZone

### Associated interest

- [Enterprising](/Interest/Enterprising) — associated interest · Interest
- [Conventional](/Interest/Conventional) — associated interest · Interest
- [Realistic](/Interest/Realistic) — associated interest · Interest
- [Investigative](/Interest/Investigative) — associated interest · Interest
- [Social](/Interest/Social) — associated interest · Interest
- [Artistic](/Interest/Artistic) — associated interest · Interest

### Requires education

- [Required Level of Education](/Education/Required_Level_of_Education) — requires education · Education

### Prioritizes

- [Achievement](/WorkValue/Achievement) — prioritizes · WorkValue
- [Recognition](/WorkValue/Recognition) — prioritizes · WorkValue
- [Independence](/WorkValue/Independence) — prioritizes · WorkValue
- [Relationships](/WorkValue/Relationships) — prioritizes · WorkValue
- [Support](/WorkValue/Support) — prioritizes · WorkValue
- [Working Conditions](/WorkValue/Working_Conditions) — prioritizes · WorkValue

### Requires style

- [Attention to Detail](/WorkStyle/Attention_to_Detail) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Stress Tolerance](/WorkStyle/Stress_Tolerance) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Concern for Others](/WorkStyle/Concern_for_Others) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Achievement/Effort](/WorkStyle/Achievement%2FEffort) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Self-Control](/WorkStyle/Self-Control) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Innovation](/WorkStyle/Innovation) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Dependability](/WorkStyle/Dependability) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Adaptability/Flexibility](/WorkStyle/Adaptability%2FFlexibility) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Cooperation](/WorkStyle/Cooperation) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Analytical Thinking](/WorkStyle/Analytical_Thinking) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Leadership](/WorkStyle/Leadership) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Social Orientation](/WorkStyle/Social_Orientation) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Integrity](/WorkStyle/Integrity) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Initiative](/WorkStyle/Initiative) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Persistence](/WorkStyle/Persistence) — requires style · WorkStyle
- [Independence](/WorkStyle/Independence) — requires style · WorkStyle

### Requires ability

- [Category Flexibility](/Ability/Category_Flexibility) — requires ability · Ability
- [Information Ordering](/Ability/Information_Ordering) — requires ability · Ability
- [Inductive Reasoning](/Ability/Inductive_Reasoning) — requires ability · Ability
- [Deductive Reasoning](/Ability/Deductive_Reasoning) — requires ability · Ability
- [Fluency of Ideas](/Ability/Fluency_of_Ideas) — requires ability · Ability
- [Problem Sensitivity](/Ability/Problem_Sensitivity) — requires ability · Ability
- [Oral Expression](/Ability/Oral_Expression) — requires ability · Ability
- [Speech Recognition](/Ability/Speech_Recognition) — requires ability · Ability
- [Speech Clarity](/Ability/Speech_Clarity) — requires ability · Ability
- [Arm-Hand Steadiness](/Ability/Arm-Hand_Steadiness) — requires ability · Ability
- [Written Comprehension](/Ability/Written_Comprehension) — requires ability · Ability
- [Selective Attention](/Ability/Selective_Attention) — requires ability · Ability
- [Flexibility of Closure](/Ability/Flexibility_of_Closure) — requires ability · Ability
- [Oral Comprehension](/Ability/Oral_Comprehension) — requires ability · Ability
- [Written Expression](/Ability/Written_Expression) — requires ability · Ability
- [Perceptual Speed](/Ability/Perceptual_Speed) — requires ability · Ability
- [Speed of Closure](/Ability/Speed_of_Closure) — requires ability · Ability
- [Visual Color Discrimination](/Ability/Visual_Color_Discrimination) — requires ability · Ability
- [Far Vision](/Ability/Far_Vision) — requires ability · Ability
- [Visualization](/Ability/Visualization) — requires ability · Ability
- [Near Vision](/Ability/Near_Vision) — requires ability · Ability

### Experiences

- [Exposed to Hazardous Conditions](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Hazardous_Conditions) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Extremely_Bright_or_Inadequate_Lighting_Conditions) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Disease or Infections](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Disease_or_Infections) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Cramped_Work_Space,_Awkward_Positions) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Contaminants](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Contaminants) — experiences · WorkContext
- [E-Mail](/WorkContext/E-Mail) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals](/WorkContext/Determine_Tasks,_Priorities_and_Goals) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Degree of Automation](/WorkContext/Degree_of_Automation) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Hazardous Equipment](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Hazardous_Equipment) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People](/WorkContext/Dealing_with_Violent_or_Physically_Aggressive_People) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People](/WorkContext/Dealing_With_Unpleasant,_Angry,_or_Discourteous_People) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Deal With External Customers or the Public in General](/WorkContext/Deal_With_External_Customers_or_the_Public_in_General) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities](/WorkContext/Coordinate_or_Lead_Others_in_Accomplishing_Work_Activities) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers](/WorkContext/Work_Outcomes_and_Results_of_Other_Workers) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Contact With Others](/WorkContext/Contact_With_Others) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Consequence of Error](/WorkContext/Consequence_of_Error) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Time Pressure](/WorkContext/Time_Pressure) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Telephone Conversations](/WorkContext/Telephone_Conversations) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Conflict Situations](/WorkContext/Conflict_Situations) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Bending_or_Twisting_Your_Body) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Using_Your_Hands_to_Handle,_Control,_or_Feel_Objects,_Tools,_or_Controls) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Standing](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Standing) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Sitting](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Sitting) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Kneeling,_Crouching,_Stooping,_or_Crawling) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Keeping_or_Regaining_Balance) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Climbing_Ladders,_Scaffolds,_or_Poles) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Public Speaking](/WorkContext/Public_Speaking) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Physical Proximity](/WorkContext/Physical_Proximity) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Indoors, Environmentally Controlled](/WorkContext/Indoors,_Environmentally_Controlled) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions](/WorkContext/Outdoors,_Exposed_to_All_Weather_Conditions) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Outdoors, Under Cover](/WorkContext/Outdoors,_Under_Cover) — experiences · WorkContext
- [In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment](/WorkContext/In_an_Open_Vehicle_or_Operating_Equipment) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled](/WorkContext/Indoors,_Not_Environmentally_Controlled) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment](/WorkContext/Pace_Determined_by_Speed_of_Equipment) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Importance of Repeating Same Tasks](/WorkContext/Importance_of_Repeating_Same_Tasks) — experiences · WorkContext
- [In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment](/WorkContext/In_an_Enclosed_Vehicle_or_Operate_Enclosed_Equipment) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Making_Repetitive_Motions) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Level of Competition](/WorkContext/Level_of_Competition) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Importance of Being Exact or Accurate](/WorkContext/Importance_of_Being_Exact_or_Accurate) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results](/WorkContext/Impact_of_Decisions_on_Co-workers_or_Company_Results) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Spend Time Walking or Running](/WorkContext/Spend_Time_Walking_or_Running) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Health and Safety of Other Workers](/WorkContext/Health_and_Safety_of_Other_Workers) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Frequency of Decision Making](/WorkContext/Frequency_of_Decision_Making) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets](/WorkContext/Wear_Common_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Safety_Shoes,_Glasses,_Gloves,_Hearing_Protection,_Hard_Hats,_or_Life_Jackets) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection](/WorkContext/Wear_Specialized_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Breathing_Apparatus,_Safety_Harness,_Full_Protection_Suits,_or_Radiation_Protection) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Freedom to Make Decisions](/WorkContext/Freedom_to_Make_Decisions) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team](/WorkContext/Work_With_or_Contribute_to_a_Work_Group_or_Team) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Written Letters and Memos](/WorkContext/Written_Letters_and_Memos) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams](/WorkContext/Face-to-Face_Discussions_with_Individuals_and_Within_Teams) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Whole Body Vibration](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Whole_Body_Vibration) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Very_Hot_or_Cold_Temperatures) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Sounds,_Noise_Levels_that_are_Distracting_or_Uncomfortable) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Radiation](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Radiation) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_Minor_Burns,_Cuts,_Bites,_or_Stings) — experiences · WorkContext
- [Exposed to High Places](/WorkContext/Exposed_to_High_Places) — experiences · WorkContext

### Engages in

- [Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment](/Activities/Operating_Vehicles,_Mechanized_Devices,_or_Equipment) — engages in · Activities
- [Monitoring and Controlling Resources](/Activities/Monitoring_and_Controlling_Resources) — engages in · Activities
- [Developing and Building Teams](/Activities/Developing_and_Building_Teams) — engages in · Activities
- [Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings](/Activities/Monitoring_Processes,_Materials,_or_Surroundings) — engages in · Activities
- [Developing Objectives and Strategies](/Activities/Developing_Objectives_and_Strategies) — engages in · Activities
- [Making Decisions and Solving Problems](/Activities/Making_Decisions_and_Solving_Problems) — engages in · Activities
- [Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People](/Activities/Judging_the_Qualities_of_Objects,_Services,_or_People) — engages in · Activities
- [Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others](/Activities/Coordinating_the_Work_and_Activities_of_Others) — engages in · Activities
- [Controlling Machines and Processes](/Activities/Controlling_Machines_and_Processes) — engages in · Activities
- [Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others](/Activities/Interpreting_the_Meaning_of_Information_for_Others) — engages in · Activities
- [Analyzing Data or Information](/Activities/Analyzing_Data_or_Information) — engages in · Activities
- [Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials](/Activities/Inspecting_Equipment,_Structures,_or_Materials) — engages in · Activities
- [Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events](/Activities/Identifying_Objects,_Actions,_and_Events) — engages in · Activities
- [Working with Computers](/Activities/Working_with_Computers) — engages in · Activities
- [Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge](/Activities/Updating_and_Using_Relevant_Knowledge) — engages in · Activities
- [Handling and Moving Objects](/Activities/Handling_and_Moving_Objects) — engages in · Activities
- [Training and Teaching Others](/Activities/Training_and_Teaching_Others) — engages in · Activities
- [Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates](/Activities/Communicating_with_Supervisors,_Peers,_or_Subordinates) — engages in · Activities
- [Thinking Creatively](/Activities/Thinking_Creatively) — engages in · Activities
- [Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates](/Activities/Guiding,_Directing,_and_Motivating_Subordinates) — engages in · Activities
- [Staffing Organizational Units](/Activities/Staffing_Organizational_Units) — engages in · Activities
- [Selling or Influencing Others](/Activities/Selling_or_Influencing_Others) — engages in · Activities
- [Getting Information](/Activities/Getting_Information) — engages in · Activities
- [Communicating with People Outside the Organization](/Activities/Communicating_with_People_Outside_the_Organization) — engages in · Activities
- [Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others](/Activities/Resolving_Conflicts_and_Negotiating_with_Others) — engages in · Activities
- [Scheduling Work and Activities](/Activities/Scheduling_Work_and_Activities) — engages in · Activities
- [Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment](/Activities/Repairing_and_Maintaining_Mechanical_Equipment) — engages in · Activities
- [Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards](/Activities/Evaluating_Information_to_Determine_Compliance_with_Standards) — engages in · Activities
- [Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment](/Activities/Repairing_and_Maintaining_Electronic_Equipment) — engages in · Activities
- [Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information](/Activities/Estimating_the_Quantifiable_Characteristics_of_Products,_Events,_or_Information) — engages in · Activities
- [Providing Consultation and Advice to Others](/Activities/Providing_Consultation_and_Advice_to_Others) — engages in · Activities
- [Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships](/Activities/Establishing_and_Maintaining_Interpersonal_Relationships) — engages in · Activities
- [Processing Information](/Activities/Processing_Information) — engages in · Activities
- [Performing for or Working Directly with the Public](/Activities/Performing_for_or_Working_Directly_with_the_Public) — engages in · Activities
- [Performing General Physical Activities](/Activities/Performing_General_Physical_Activities) — engages in · Activities
- [Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment](/Activities/Drafting,_Laying_Out,_and_Specifying_Technical_Devices,_Parts,_and_Equipment) — engages in · Activities
- [Performing Administrative Activities](/Activities/Performing_Administrative_Activities) — engages in · Activities
- [Documenting/Recording Information](/Activities/Documenting%2FRecording_Information) — engages in · Activities
- [Coaching and Developing Others](/Activities/Coaching_and_Developing_Others) — engages in · Activities
- [Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work](/Activities/Organizing,_Planning,_and_Prioritizing_Work) — engages in · Activities
- [Assisting and Caring for Others](/Activities/Assisting_and_Caring_for_Others) — engages in · Activities

### What it does

- [Visit morgues, examine scenes of crimes, or contact other sources to obtain evidence or information ...](/Tasks/Visit_morgues,_examine_scenes_of_crimes,_or_contact_other_sources_to_obtain_evidence_or_information_...) — performs · Tasks
- [Prepare solutions, reagents, or sample formulations needed for laboratory work.](/Tasks/Prepare_solutions,_reagents,_or_sample_formulations_needed_for_laboratory_work.) — performs · Tasks
- [Use chemicals or other substances to examine latent fingerprint evidence and compare developed print...](/Tasks/Use_chemicals_or_other_substances_to_examine_latent_fingerprint_evidence_and_compare_developed_print...) — performs · Tasks
- [Train new technicians or other personnel on forensic science techniques.](/Tasks/Train_new_technicians_or_other_personnel_on_forensic_science_techniques.) — performs · Tasks
- [Testify in court about investigative or analytical methods or findings.](/Tasks/Testify_in_court_about_investigative_or_analytical_methods_or_findings.) — performs · Tasks
- [Review forensic analysts' reports for technical merit.](/Tasks/Review_forensic_analysts'_reports_for_technical_merit.) — performs · Tasks
- [Reconstruct crime scenes to determine relationships among pieces of evidence.](/Tasks/Reconstruct_crime_scenes_to_determine_relationships_among_pieces_of_evidence.) — performs · Tasks
- [Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and apparatus.](/Tasks/Operate_and_maintain_laboratory_equipment_and_apparatus.) — performs · Tasks
- [Measure and sketch crime scenes to document evidence.](/Tasks/Measure_and_sketch_crime_scenes_to_document_evidence.) — performs · Tasks
- [Keep records and prepare reports detailing findings, investigative methods, and laboratory technique...](/Tasks/Keep_records_and_prepare_reports_detailing_findings,_investigative_methods,_and_laboratory_technique...) — performs · Tasks
- [Interpret laboratory findings or test results to identify and classify substances, materials, or oth...](/Tasks/Interpret_laboratory_findings_or_test_results_to_identify_and_classify_substances,_materials,_or_oth...) — performs · Tasks
- [Identify and quantify drugs or poisons found in biological fluids or tissues, in foods, or at crime ...](/Tasks/Identify_and_quantify_drugs_or_poisons_found_in_biological_fluids_or_tissues,_in_foods,_or_at_crime_...) — performs · Tasks
- [Examine physical evidence, such as hair, biological fluids, fiber, wood, or soil residues to obtain ...](/Tasks/Examine_physical_evidence,_such_as_hair,_biological_fluids,_fiber,_wood,_or_soil_residues_to_obtain_...) — performs · Tasks
- [Examine footwear, tire tracks, or other types of impressions.](/Tasks/Examine_footwear,_tire_tracks,_or_other_types_of_impressions.) — performs · Tasks
- [Examine firearms to determine mechanical condition and legal status, performing restoration work on ...](/Tasks/Examine_firearms_to_determine_mechanical_condition_and_legal_status,_performing_restoration_work_on_...) — performs · Tasks
- [Examine and analyze blood stain patterns at crime scenes.](/Tasks/Examine_and_analyze_blood_stain_patterns_at_crime_scenes.) — performs · Tasks
- [Use photographic or video equipment to document evidence or crime scenes.](/Tasks/Use_photographic_or_video_equipment_to_document_evidence_or_crime_scenes.) — performs · Tasks
- [Determine types of bullets and specific weapons used in shootings.](/Tasks/Determine_types_of_bullets_and_specific_weapons_used_in_shootings.) — performs · Tasks
- [Confer with ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, documents, electronics, medical, chemical, or m...](/Tasks/Confer_with_ballistics,_fingerprinting,_handwriting,_documents,_electronics,_medical,_chemical,_or_m...) — performs · Tasks
- [Compare objects, such as tools, with impression marks to determine whether a specific object is resp...](/Tasks/Compare_objects,_such_as_tools,_with_impression_marks_to_determine_whether_a_specific_object_is_resp...) — performs · Tasks
- [Collect impressions of dust from surfaces to obtain and identify fingerprints.](/Tasks/Collect_impressions_of_dust_from_surfaces_to_obtain_and_identify_fingerprints.) — performs · Tasks
- [Collect evidence from crime scenes, storing it in conditions that preserve its integrity.](/Tasks/Collect_evidence_from_crime_scenes,_storing_it_in_conditions_that_preserve_its_integrity.) — performs · Tasks
- [Analyze gunshot residue and bullet paths to determine how shootings occurred.](/Tasks/Analyze_gunshot_residue_and_bullet_paths_to_determine_how_shootings_occurred.) — performs · Tasks
- [Analyze data from computers or other digital media sources for evidence related to criminal activity...](/Tasks/Analyze_data_from_computers_or_other_digital_media_sources_for_evidence_related_to_criminal_activity...) — performs · Tasks