Forensic Scientist II, III, IV

Pay Range:

$28.84 - $44.79/hr.

Job Posting Closing on:

Friday, October 30, 2026

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Workdays & Hours:

Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in chemical, physical, biological science, chemical engineering, or forensic science from an accredited university
• State Licensure from TXFSC required within six months after hire date
• Additional Qualifications for Forensic Scientist II– Chemist: Three (3) years of relevant independent discipline-specific casework experience as a qualified Forensic Scientist I is required.
• Additional Qualifications for Forensic Scientist III – Chemist: Five (5) years of more complex independent forensic casework experience as a qualified Forensic Scientist
• Additional Qualifications for Forensic Scientist IV – Chemist: Seven (7) years of highly complex independent discipline – specific casework experience as a qualified Forensic Scientist

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with GC-MS, FT-IR and/or LC/MS in analyzing illegal substances
• Experience in performing blood alcohol level determinations utilizing headspace GC and GC/MS technology
• Experience as an expert witness in court and have experience preparing scientific reports for law enforcement agencies
• Familiarity of ANAB accreditation or previous ASCLD / LAB requirements and good knowledge of quality assurance and quality control principles and procedures
• The Forensic Scientist II – Chemist job responsibilities include: Collects, preserves and maintains integrity of evidence in the laboratory; examines evidence; accurate documents description and condition of items; maintains chain of custody for evidence
• Performs a series of complex analytical examinations utilizing chemistry
• Performs chemical and physical analyses and/or microscopic examinations in the identification and comparison of evidence
• Maintains, reviews and implements extensive quality assurance measures and ensures quality of laboratory data
• Prepare detailed reports on laboratory test results and examinations performed; forms conclusions based on test results
• Consults with detectives, outside agencies and prosecutors to provide scientific information relevant to the investigation and analysis of evidence
• Testifies in court as an expert witness; explains laboratory procedures; presents and defends laboratory findings; refutes or corroborates other expert testimony
• Performs other duties as assigned
• The Forensic Scientist III – Chemist job responsibilities include: Performs all essential duties and responsibilities and unit-specific requirements of a Forensic Scientist II
• Participates in Continuous Improvement Program by collecting customer feedback, maintain professional relationships to identify and understand the needs of the customer