Supervisory Chemist (Forensic)

## Forensic Chemist / Forensic Examiner (GS-14)

We are seeking an experienced Forensic Chemist/Examiner to lead and conduct advanced laboratory casework in the analysis of explosives, fire debris, and trace evidence.

### Key Responsibilities:

• Lead project teams or mentor junior forensic examiners.
• Conduct in-depth laboratory casework for the forensic examination of explosives, fire debris, and/or trace evidence.
• Actively participate in routine proficiency testing to maintain high analytical standards.

### Qualifications:

• *Experience:**
• Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level.
• **Specialized Experience (required for GS-14):**

* Demonstrated experience mentoring forensic examiners or leading project teams. * Proven experience conducting laboratory casework in the forensic examination of explosives, fire debris, and/or trace evidence. * Regular participation in routine proficiency testing.

• *Education:**
• A degree in physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering is required.
• Coursework must include:

* 30 semester hours in Chemistry. * Mathematics through differential and integral calculus. * At least 6 semester hours of Physics.

• **or** A combination of equivalent coursework (as listed above) plus appropriate experience or additional education.

### Application Requirements:

• All qualification requirements, including time-in-grade (if applicable), must be met by **November 19, 2025**.
• Your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet all qualification requirements and support your application responses. Do not copy and paste directly from the job description.