How do they match: Forensic Science Technicians

  • Detective
  • Criminalist
  • Criminalist Tech
  • Criminalist Technician
  • Crime Scene Detective
  • Crime Scene Investigator
  • Forensic Investigator
  • Lie Detector 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.

  • Analyze data from computers or other digital media sources for evidence related to criminal activity.
  • Keep records and prepare reports detailing findings, investigative methods, and laboratory techniques.
  • Testify in court about investigative or analytical methods or findings.
  • Visit morgues, examine scenes of crimes, or contact other sources to obtain evidence or information to be used in investigations.