Full-Time

Forensic Scientist

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General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Cybersecurity
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$53.9k - $73kAnnually

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Dover, DE, USA

Work location is at a customer site in Dover, Delaware.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Lab & Research
Life Sciences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Analytical Analysis
  • Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA)
  • Forensic Sciences
  • 4 + years of related experience
  • Bachelor’s (or its equivalent) or an advanced degree in a biology-, chemistry-, forensic science- or physical sciences
  • Minimum of 9 cumulative semester hours or equivalent course work in biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology; and course work and/or training in statistics and/or population genetics as it applies to forensic DNA analysis
  • US Citizenship Required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
Responsibilities
  • Assist in program maintenance and development at the direction of their designated supervisor.
  • Supervise staff performing investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies, carry out DNA typing casework.
  • May testify as an expert witness as required; provide technical assistance in the area of bioinformatics, information technology and laboratory automation; and support logistical or resource management activities.
  • Participate in the organization and presentation of educational activities.
  • Set up and make operationally ready a wide variety of laboratory instruments and equipment.
  • Write, review, and edit experimental protocols, standard operating procedures, and operating instructions for projects of experimental programs, service casework procedures and general laboratory management operations.
  • Assist in quality assurance activities such as standards maintenance, equipment preventive maintenance, reagent testing & validation, proficiency testing, and accreditation and certification.
  • Conduct inspections and provide oversight to the adherence to established quality assurance activities including maintenance of standards and controls, preventive maintenance and equipment calibration, reagent testing and validation, and proficiency testing programs for accreditation or certification.
  • Perform general laboratory housekeeping activities such as maintaining appropriate working-stock levels of expendable supplies and maintaining a clean environment within laboratory work areas.
  • Perform investigative studies on tissue identification by DNA typing technologies.
  • Maintain documentation of methods development and research activities in accordance with standard practice.
  • May supervise/perform service casework involving routine nuclear and mtDNA typing and profiling procedures. Prepare formal written reports of service casework or research reports that contain professional interpretations and conclusions from the test data, and that are suitable for legal presentation in a court of law.
  • Review casework and formal written reports.
  • May serve as an Assistant Technical leader within casework sections or as a section lead within non-casework sections.
Desired Qualifications
  • 1+ years of related experience including specialized experience in forensic DNA laboratory experience obtained at a laboratory where forensic DNA testing was conducted for the identification and evaluation of biological evidence in criminal matters; and a minimum of 3 years of human DNA (current or previous) experience as a qualified analyst on forensic samples.
  • FBI QA Accreditation requirements; Desired knowledge and experience in filing techniques; administrative typing; preparing and editing technical or general documentation using various software packages such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel and Windows; transcription of documents, data entry, and preparing and editing management support documentation.

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels like nuclear submarines. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company stands out by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings, aiming to lead in defense technology evolution.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$29.2M

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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What believers are saying

  • U.S. Space Force's $10M funding boosts General Dynamics' space-based defense capabilities.
  • GDIT's $5.6B Air Force contract enhances secure global information sharing solutions.
  • Gulfstream's contract with U.S. Air Force indicates strong demand for aerospace services.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach exposes vulnerabilities in General Dynamics' cybersecurity measures.
  • Increased competition from Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman in defense spending.
  • Reliance on antimony poses supply chain risks amid geopolitical tensions.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics excels in integrating AI and autonomous systems into defense products.
  • The company offers a diverse portfolio across aerospace, marine, combat, and technology sectors.
  • Gulfstream jets set industry standards for performance and luxury in business aviation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

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