Forensic Science Technicians
Civilian:
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.
Job Titles
- Ballistic Expert
- Ballistic Technician
- Ballistician
- Ballistics Expert
- Computer Forensics Technician
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Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $52,180
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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