Forensic Scientist

Summary

Forensic Scientist within CIA's Directorate of Science and Technology apply deep technical expertise to provide identity-driven analysis and innovative solutions for complex mission requirements.

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Overview

• Accepting applications
• Open & closing dates

10/01/2024 to 09/30/2025

• Salary

$68,405 - $181,216 per year

• Pay scale & grade

GS 8 - 15

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Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

• Washington DC, DC

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

No

• Travel Required

Occasional travel- You may be expected to travel for this position.

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

• Appointment type

Permanent

• Work schedule

Full-time

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

None

• Job family (Series)

• 0802 Engineering Technical

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information

• Drug test

Yes

• Position sensitivity and risk

Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

• Trust determination process

• National security

• Financial disclosure

Yes

• Bargaining unit status

No

• Announcement number

24-12188614-7220/THD

• Control number

757705900

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This job is open to

• The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

• Federal employees- Competitive service

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

• Federal employees- Excepted service

Current excepted service federal employees.

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Duties

As a Forensic Scientist within CIA's Directorate of Science and Technology (DS&T), you will apply your deep technical expertise to provide identity-driven analysis and innovative solutions for complex mission requirements.

DS&T Forensic Scientists typically leverage traditional forensic laboratory capabilities to technically identify or support ongoing mission requirements. Successful Forensic Scientists are detail-oriented, self-motivated, creative, collaborative, and results-driven. DS&T Forensic Scientists operate state of the art laboratory equipment while working incoming requests, develop new capabilities, and conduct in-depth, cutting-edge research.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
• You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
• You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
• You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
• You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
• For further requirements information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/requirements/

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree is strongly desired
• Experience as a forensic professional and technical analyst
• Formal training in a forensic discipline
• Experience working in an accredited and recognized forensic laboratory
• Experience working with forensic databases
• Familiarity with forensic standards and requirements
• Current membership in recognized professional organizations within the field
• Demonstrated interest in applying technology to solve challenging problems
• Strong verbal presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise text
• Willingness to travel domestically and abroad

Education

• A bachelor's degree in one of the following fields or related studies (or comparable work experience):

• Anthropology

• Bioengineering

• Biotechnology and microbiology

• Biomedical Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Chemistry

• Crime Scene Investigation

• Criminalistics

• Forensic Molecular Biology

• Forensic Science

• Physical sciences

• Physics

• At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale

• Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/forensic-scientist/.

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• Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/forensic-scientist/.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/forensic-scientist/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.

Agency contact information

Central Intelligence Agency

Website https://cia.gov/careers

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Next steps

After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.

• Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request

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Required Documents

For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/forensic-scientist/.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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How to Apply

This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/forensic-scientist/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.

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Agency contact information

Central Intelligence Agency

Website https://cia.gov/careers

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.

Read more

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request

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Overview

• Accepting applications
• Open & closing dates

10/01/2024 to 09/30/2025

• Salary

$68,405 - $181,216 per year

• Pay scale & grade

GS 8 - 15

• Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

• Washington DC, DC

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

No

• Travel Required

Occasional travel- You may be expected to travel for this position.

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

• Appointment type

Permanent

• Work schedule

Full-time

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

None

• Job family (Series)

• 0802 Engineering Technical

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information

• Drug test

Yes

• Position sensitivity and risk

Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk

• Trust determination process

• National security

• Financial disclosure

Yes

• Bargaining unit status

No

• Announcement number

24-12188614-7220/THD

• Control number

757705900

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/757705900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.