About the role
Chemical forensic scientists are specialists in forensic science with a focus on chemical analyses. They often work within the judicial system to analyze evidence from crime scenes. Educationally, they have an academic background in chemistry or forensic science.Responsibilities
Chemical forensic scientists are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting chemical samples from crime scenes. They write reports and testify in court about their findings. Their work is crucial for linking evidence to suspects and sequences of events.Skills and tools
Chemical forensic scientists must be skilled in laboratory techniques and have knowledge of analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers and chromatographs. They need good skills in documentation and reporting. Problem-solving ability and accuracy are essential skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are utvecklingsarbete, nfc near field communication and sökmotormarknadsföring/sem.