Job Description
Entry: #9
Education/Training/Certifications: In order to work in a crime lab approved by the F.B.I., the minimum requirement is for an individual must obtain a bachelor's degree in a field related to molecular biology, genetics, or forensic sciences. Most programs will include laboratory hours for students.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities: Analysts spend most of their time in the laboratory cataloging and analyzing DNA evidence. In the lab, analysts also perform routine maintenance and quality control checks. They maintain each piece of equipment, check for damages and request replacement equipment as needed.
Salary: The salary for a forensic DNA analyst ranges between $35,972- $66,113 a year.
Pros/Cons:
Sources: http://study.com/articles/DNA_Analyst_Job_Description_Duties_and_Requirements.html
http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Forensic_DNA_Analyst/Salary
Education/Training/Certifications: In order to work in a crime lab approved by the F.B.I., the minimum requirement is for an individual must obtain a bachelor's degree in a field related to molecular biology, genetics, or forensic sciences. Most programs will include laboratory hours for students.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities: Analysts spend most of their time in the laboratory cataloging and analyzing DNA evidence. In the lab, analysts also perform routine maintenance and quality control checks. They maintain each piece of equipment, check for damages and request replacement equipment as needed.
Salary: The salary for a forensic DNA analyst ranges between $35,972- $66,113 a year.
Pros/Cons:
- Help solve crimes
- Job provides variety
- Excellent job benefits
- Contamination
- Competition
- Full of mistakes
Sources: http://study.com/articles/DNA_Analyst_Job_Description_Duties_and_Requirements.html
http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Forensic_DNA_Analyst/Salary