Forensic Biologist III - NFSTC in Largo, Florida

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Provides technical expertise in the area of forensic biology through activities including but not limited to design and delivery of scientific experiments; instrumentation and materials readiness activities; and quality assurance activities. Provides support for technical content development and assists in instruction delivery. Conducts research, testing, and evaluation activities and formal presentation of findings as required.

• Provides technical expertise in the area of forensic biology through activities including but not limited to design and delivery of scientific experiments; instrumentation and materials readiness activities; and quality assurance activities.
• Provides support for project planning activities including identification or site/location, contract resources, materials, equipment, etc.
• Performs project closeout activities including assistance with final reports and/or internal documentation in partnership with contracts administration.
• Partners with Forensic Biology Section Leader to identify instructional objectives, design program of instruction, and establish evaluation criteria.
• Provides support for technical content development and/or accuracy review for training and technical materials.
• Develops and implements practical exercises and training scenarios that maintain relevancy with current customer operations.
• Partners with instructional design team as needed to develop appropriate job aides and hands-on exercises. Carries out instruction and training activities for classroom, laboratory, and e-learning environments.
• Engages with students for learning support, progress evaluation, coaching and remedial learning, and required documentation.
• Reviews and analyzes course evaluations to identify and implement appropriate material revisions along with efficiency/effectiveness improvements.
• Ensures course-related supplies and materials are maintained in compliance with government contracts, order procurement, and inventory control procedures.
• Prepares course materials, scenario/exercise setup, instrumentation readiness, sample and reagent preparation, etc.
• Represents NFSTC and the University as a subject matter expert in forensic DNA as requested.

Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, biology, forensic sciences or related field with five (5) years of experience in a forensic laboratory OR Master's Degree in biochemistry, biology, forensic sciences or related field with three (3) years of forensic laboratory experience.

Eligibility for Security Clearance issued by the Department of Defense.

• Working proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and chemistries such as: ABI 3130/3500, Yfiler, Globalfiler/Fusion, Automate/EZ1 Robot, PrepFiler chemistries, ABI 7500, ABI Genemapper-X software, Rapid DNA instrumentation.
• Working experience in providing both In-person and virtual Forensic Biology training to military personnel and DNA analysts.

Staff

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

• Bio-Hazardous/Infectious Materials
• Hazardous Chemicals
• Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computer
• Ultraviolet/Infrared Generating Equipment
• Cryogenic Gases/Liquids
• Laboratory Work
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Must carry/lift up to 50 lbs.
• Overnight or extended duration travel

• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check
• Drug Screening

• Must be willing to be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and radiation.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel locally and nationally.
• Ability to travel internationally.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• May be required to work on University holidays.
• Shift may vary according to departmental needs.
• This position is funded by an external funding source (e.g. A grant or contract)

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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• Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
• Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
• Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
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If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
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