How do they match: Forensic Science Technicians

  • Forensic Science Technicians

  • Ballistics Technician
  • Biometric Fingerprint Technician
  • Biometric Fingerprinting Technician
  • Computer Forensics Technician
  • Crime Lab Technician
  • Crime Laboratory Technician
  • Crime Scene Technician
  • Criminalist Technician
  • Deoxyribonucleic Acid Technician
  • Evidence Technician
  • Fingerprint Technician
  • Forensic Technician
  • Forensic Technologist
  • Forensic Laboratory Technician
  • Forensic Science Technician
  • Forensic Services Technician
  • Trace Evidence Technician

  • Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry.

  • Examine firearms to determine mechanical condition and legal status, performing restoration work on damaged firearms to obtain information, such as serial numbers.
  • Keep records and prepare reports detailing findings, investigative methods, and laboratory techniques.
  • Review forensic analysts' reports for technical merit.
  • Train new technicians or other personnel on forensic science techniques.

  • Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
  • Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures.