Physical scientist job description
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Example physical scientist requirements on a job description
Physical scientist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in physical scientist job postings.
Sample physical scientist requirements
- Advanced degree in physical science, engineering, mathematics, or related field.
- Extensive experience with laboratory instruments.
- Extensive knowledge of physical science theories and principles.
- Proficiency in data analysis and computer modeling.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
Sample required physical scientist soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work independently as well as in a team.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Flexible and able to adapt to changing requirements or conditions.
Physical scientist job description example 1
SHINE Systems physical scientist job description
The Physical Scientist spends most of their time in the laboratory processing and analyzing trace evidence. Since the findings from the analysis can be used in court, analysts must follow strict protocols regarding the custody of evidence, testing procedures, and reporting guidelines. Every step of the procedure must be notated and reported, which includes when the sample was received, the quality of the sample, the tests performed, and the test results. Analysts may be called to appear in court as a fact witnesses to verify the findings of a particular trace evidence analysis.
In the LD, the scientists also perform routine maintenance and QC checks on lab equipment. They maintain each piece of equipment, check for damages, and request replacement equipment as needed.
Contractor personnel shall provide, but not be limited to the following services:
a. Receive and account for boxes of evidence and related materials from the EMP.
b. Visually inspect and process evidence and related materials for trace evidence; photograph evidence and related materials; remove hairs and fibers from evidence and related materials; create microscopic slides for hairs and fibers; mount hairs and fibers on slides; and create inventory slides.
c. Record case notes, photographs, chain-of-custody form, electronic communication, and slide inventory.
d. Use eLab software for evidence inventory, tracking, and flow.
e. Maintain proper chain-of-custody for all forensic material under examination.
f. Support activities, functions, or duties, as defined in future TOs.
g. Participates with senior personnel in research studies which involve systematic, critical and intensive investigation necessary for the development of experimental processes.
Position Requirements:
Education: B.S. degree with at least twenty-four (24) credit hours in the physical sciences.
Experience: No prior experience required.
Skills: Basic computer skills, to include use of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook); organization skills; flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities; ability to analyze complex or challenging situations; ; verbal and written communication skills.
Certifications: N / A.
In the LD, the scientists also perform routine maintenance and QC checks on lab equipment. They maintain each piece of equipment, check for damages, and request replacement equipment as needed.
Contractor personnel shall provide, but not be limited to the following services:
a. Receive and account for boxes of evidence and related materials from the EMP.
b. Visually inspect and process evidence and related materials for trace evidence; photograph evidence and related materials; remove hairs and fibers from evidence and related materials; create microscopic slides for hairs and fibers; mount hairs and fibers on slides; and create inventory slides.
c. Record case notes, photographs, chain-of-custody form, electronic communication, and slide inventory.
d. Use eLab software for evidence inventory, tracking, and flow.
e. Maintain proper chain-of-custody for all forensic material under examination.
f. Support activities, functions, or duties, as defined in future TOs.
g. Participates with senior personnel in research studies which involve systematic, critical and intensive investigation necessary for the development of experimental processes.
Position Requirements:
Education: B.S. degree with at least twenty-four (24) credit hours in the physical sciences.
Experience: No prior experience required.
Skills: Basic computer skills, to include use of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook); organization skills; flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities; ability to analyze complex or challenging situations; ; verbal and written communication skills.
Certifications: N / A.
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Physical scientist job description example 2
Oak Ridge Associated Universities, Inc. physical scientist job description
APPOINTMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular (FTR-A)
PURPOSE: Qualified candidates will be part of a team of individuals with a keen attention to detail and will use it to properly inventory items, check-in evidence, perform data entry into multiple database systems, follow proper classification guidelines, mailing/shipping evidence, proper serialization and storage of all case records and maintain case records, and the chains-of-custody for all evidence and forensic materials.
+ Receive, open and inventory contents of evidence submissions.
+ Create appropriate laboratory examination plans; enter accurate data (laboratory number, case ID number, item numbers, and descriptions) into various database tracking systems.
+ Create and utilize either electronic or paper chain-of-custody forms for all evidence transfers.
+ Utilize database tracking and record systems for researching incidents and determine appropriate classification designations.
+ Enter data into EXPeRT, Forensic Advantage (FA), and / or other database systems; create examination plans; generate barcode labels, packaging, and shipping of evidence.
+ Photograph contents of submission so that accurate records are maintained for case files.
+ Upload photographs to local hard drives and backup hard drives and to appropriate databases.
+ Stage evidence submissions and documentation for processing by the forensic and technical exploitation teams.
+ Prepare evidence submissions for return to contributor or central repository
+ Prepare packaging and shipping to other designated locations.
+ Review documents and photographs to ensure that appropriate classification and dissemination marking are present. If not, then add the appropriate markings to the records, as appropriate.
+ Prepare all administrative case records for final closure by ensuring they are compiled, marked and serialized.
+ Support activities, functions, or duties, as required.
+ Research, develop, and author whitepapers and information papers, as required
+ Bachelor of Science degree in the Sciences and at least one (1) year of practical experience preferred
+ Must complete internal training program for working with evidence.
+ Course work in forensics
+ Familiarity with QA/QC
+ Experience with a Laboratory Information Management System System (LIMS)
+ Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
+ Proficiency in Microsoft products such as MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook
+ Should possess strong attention to detail
+ Candidates must be US citizens and able to pass a background check, drug screening, and a polygraph (if required).
* This is a contingent opportunity
External Company Name: ORAU
External Company URL: www.orau.org/
Telework: No
PURPOSE: Qualified candidates will be part of a team of individuals with a keen attention to detail and will use it to properly inventory items, check-in evidence, perform data entry into multiple database systems, follow proper classification guidelines, mailing/shipping evidence, proper serialization and storage of all case records and maintain case records, and the chains-of-custody for all evidence and forensic materials.
+ Receive, open and inventory contents of evidence submissions.
+ Create appropriate laboratory examination plans; enter accurate data (laboratory number, case ID number, item numbers, and descriptions) into various database tracking systems.
+ Create and utilize either electronic or paper chain-of-custody forms for all evidence transfers.
+ Utilize database tracking and record systems for researching incidents and determine appropriate classification designations.
+ Enter data into EXPeRT, Forensic Advantage (FA), and / or other database systems; create examination plans; generate barcode labels, packaging, and shipping of evidence.
+ Photograph contents of submission so that accurate records are maintained for case files.
+ Upload photographs to local hard drives and backup hard drives and to appropriate databases.
+ Stage evidence submissions and documentation for processing by the forensic and technical exploitation teams.
+ Prepare evidence submissions for return to contributor or central repository
+ Prepare packaging and shipping to other designated locations.
+ Review documents and photographs to ensure that appropriate classification and dissemination marking are present. If not, then add the appropriate markings to the records, as appropriate.
+ Prepare all administrative case records for final closure by ensuring they are compiled, marked and serialized.
+ Support activities, functions, or duties, as required.
+ Research, develop, and author whitepapers and information papers, as required
+ Bachelor of Science degree in the Sciences and at least one (1) year of practical experience preferred
+ Must complete internal training program for working with evidence.
+ Course work in forensics
+ Familiarity with QA/QC
+ Experience with a Laboratory Information Management System System (LIMS)
+ Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
+ Proficiency in Microsoft products such as MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook
+ Should possess strong attention to detail
+ Candidates must be US citizens and able to pass a background check, drug screening, and a polygraph (if required).
* This is a contingent opportunity
External Company Name: ORAU
External Company URL: www.orau.org/
Telework: No
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024