How do they match: Forensic Science Technicians

  • Crime Specialist
  • Crime Scene Specialist
  • Evidence Specialist
  • Firearms Specialist
  • Forensic Specialist
  • Lie Detector Operator
  • Polygraph Operator

  • Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry.

  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and apparatus.
  • Compare objects, such as tools, with impression marks to determine whether a specific object is responsible for a specific mark.
  • Determine types of bullets and specific weapons used in shootings.

  • Operate laboratory or field equipment.
  • Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
  • Interpret research or operational data.
  • Record research or operational data.