• DNA Examiner

    Amentum (Forest Park, GA)


    Amentum is currently seeking a **DNA Examiner** based in Forest Park, GA. This position will help support exploitation missions both CONUS (Continental United States) and OCONUS (Outside Continental United States) via deployment

    Required Qualifications:

    + A bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or forensic related area with coursework in genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, statistics and/or population genetics.

    + A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a forensic laboratory performing DNA analysis on criminal and/or intelligence materials. Experience must include the following:

    + Sampling and testing of bodily fluids such as blood, and other items requiring DNA or related analysis.

    + Ability to extract DNA using automated platforms.

    + Generation of STR DNA profiles.

    + Experience with mixture interpretations using probabilistic genotyping software.

    + Experience with submission of DNA profiles to databases.

    + Experience in technical and administrative case file reviews.

    + Must be able to successfully pass a skills assessment upon hire.

    + Able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. (Please Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a US Secret security clearance)

    + Must be able to obtain a US passport.

    + Must be able to complete and pass a medical assessment per customer requirements.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + ABC Certification

    + Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenshipis required to obtain a Secret Clearance

     

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