Senior Forensic Examiner
<p><b>Salary: £45,000 - 45,000 per year</b></p>
<b>Requirements:</b>
<ul><li>Experience in forensic examination and evidence processing</li><li>Knowledge of ISO 17025 standards</li><li>Strong communication skills for advising customers</li><li>Ability to prepare detailed reports and statements</li><li>Commitment to integrity and professionalism in work</li><li>Relevant qualifications in forensic science or a related field</li></ul>
<b>Responsibilities:</b>
<ul><li>Undertake examinations at scene incidents</li><li>Locate, develop, preserve, record, and gather forensic evidence</li><li>Advise customers at the scene or during forensic strategy meetings</li><li>Prepare reports and statements for external customers</li><li>Carry out recovery of evidence and examinations within the laboratory</li><li>Adhere to clearly defined standards and processes</li></ul>
<b>Technologies:</b>
<ul><li>Support</li><li>Network</li><li>Security</li></ul>
<p><b>More:</b></p>
<p>We are the Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services, the largest public sector forensic organisation in Europe and one of the largest in the UK. Our team of 600 highly-trained scientists and staff are dedicated to scientific excellence, integrity, professionalism, and impartiality. We provide essential forensic services to the criminal justice sector in Scotland, working closely with Police Scotland and other agencies. We offer a competitive salary with annual increments, a flexible work schedule, 28 days of annual leave plus 6 public holidays, a local government pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities. Join us for a dynamic work environment where you can make a real difference in peoples lives and further your professional growth.</p>
<p>last updated 8 week of 2026</p>
<b>Requirements:</b>
<ul><li>Experience in forensic examination and evidence processing</li><li>Knowledge of ISO 17025 standards</li><li>Strong communication skills for advising customers</li><li>Ability to prepare detailed reports and statements</li><li>Commitment to integrity and professionalism in work</li><li>Relevant qualifications in forensic science or a related field</li></ul>
<b>Responsibilities:</b>
<ul><li>Undertake examinations at scene incidents</li><li>Locate, develop, preserve, record, and gather forensic evidence</li><li>Advise customers at the scene or during forensic strategy meetings</li><li>Prepare reports and statements for external customers</li><li>Carry out recovery of evidence and examinations within the laboratory</li><li>Adhere to clearly defined standards and processes</li></ul>
<b>Technologies:</b>
<ul><li>Support</li><li>Network</li><li>Security</li></ul>
<p><b>More:</b></p>
<p>We are the Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services, the largest public sector forensic organisation in Europe and one of the largest in the UK. Our team of 600 highly-trained scientists and staff are dedicated to scientific excellence, integrity, professionalism, and impartiality. We provide essential forensic services to the criminal justice sector in Scotland, working closely with Police Scotland and other agencies. We offer a competitive salary with annual increments, a flexible work schedule, 28 days of annual leave plus 6 public holidays, a local government pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities. Join us for a dynamic work environment where you can make a real difference in peoples lives and further your professional growth.</p>
<p>last updated 8 week of 2026</p>