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State of Maryland

FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$52K - $67K/yr

Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD 21223 Main Purpose of Job A Forensic Investigator is full ... Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Criminal Investigation ...

State of Washington

DSHS BHHA Forensic Navigator

Fulfill duties as Officer of the Court. * Collect relevant information about clients, including ... forensic mental health system, or for community-based outpatient competency restoration, and to ...

State of Washington

DSHS BHHA Forensic Navigator

$93K - $103K/yr

Fulfill duties as Officer of the Court. * Collect relevant information about clients, including ... forensic mental health system, or for community-based outpatient competency restoration, and to ...

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Forensic Officers often encounter challenges such as preserving the integrity of evidence, working under time constraints, and operating in potentially hazardous environments. Maintaining the chain of custody is crucial, as even minor mishandling can compromise the admissibility of evidence in court. Additionally, Forensic Officers must collaborate closely with law enforcement and other specialists, which requires strong communication and organizational skills to ensure that all evidence is properly documented and analyzed.

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To thrive as a Forensic Officer, you need a background in forensic science, chemistry, or biology, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in laboratory procedures. Familiarity with evidence collection tools, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and techniques such as DNA analysis or fingerprint comparison is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills are essential soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure accurate evidence handling, reliable analysis, and clear reporting, which are critical for supporting criminal investigations and legal proceedings.

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Forensic Officers are professionals who collect, preserve, and analyze evidence from crime scenes to assist in criminal investigations. They use scientific methods to examine physical evidence such as fingerprints, DNA, fibers, and other materials. Their work is critical in linking suspects to crimes, reconstructing events, and providing expert testimony in court. Forensic Officers may specialize in areas like biology, chemistry, or digital forensics and often collaborate closely with law enforcement agencies.
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Board Certified Forensic Pathologist

Board Certified Forensic Pathologist

Montgomery County MD

Norristown, PA • On-site

$270K - $310K/yr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Salary: $270,000.00 - $310,000.00 Annually
Location : Eagleville, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-314
Department: Coroner
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
SUMMARY
The Office of the Coroner in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania is seeking a Full-time Board Certified Forensic Pathologist to examine traumatic, sudden and unexplained deaths involving cases in the public interest, including those affecting the criminal justice and public health systems. The Forensic Pathologist will perform postmortem examinations in compliance with the NAME Forensic Autopsy Standards, document findings in narrative reports, and offer objective consultation and/or court testimony to outside agencies, including criminal court officials and law enforcement. This position must also be available to receive and respond to telephone inquiries from home, while working on-call.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Performs autopsies to determine the cause and manner of death and documents written reports of findings supported by the medicolegal death investigation.
  • Examines the body structures and internal organs of human bodies in order to trace the cause of death, disease or illness.
  • Reviews items related to autopsies such as hospital charts, deputy coroner reports, law enforcement agency reports, and postmortem results.
  • Directs the determination and certification of causes of death.
  • Directs the preservation of the chain of evidence.
  • Advises health departments, and government agencies involved in death investigations with relevant findings.
  • Serves as an expert witness in depositions, grand jury sessions, trials, and conferences with attorneys.
  • Provides expert witness capabilities for all forensic criminal and civil actions associated with cases investigated and any other forensic needs within Montgomery County jurisdiction.
  • Participates in conferences with family members, law enforcement, attorneys, and other individuals to provide information on investigations and autopsies.
  • Provides training to forensic technicians, investigators, photographers, interns, and other personnel assisting in the medicolegal death investigation.
  • Provides assistance and guidance to the organ donor centers.
  • Participates in regional disaster preparedness.
  • Presents lectures for students, officers, and the general community.
  • Maintains current knowledge of industry, regulatory and legislative developments affecting the operations of the Coroner's Office.
  • Write policy and SOP's as it relates to the daily operation of the Coroner's office and staff.
  • Develop a fully-accredited post-graduate Forensic Pathologist Fellowship training program to include academic and hands-on instruction in the field of forensics, anthropology, odontology, criminalistics, toxicology and firearms.
  • Participate in weekly / monthly meetings and provide feedback for death review teams and social media content.
  • Assist Program Director with the implementation of continuing education lectures, presentations and sourcing educators and topics.
  • Complete requirements for office accreditation to include IACME, NAME.
  • Conduct research for the purpose of publishing studies of new concepts and advances as it relates to the field of forensic sciences.
  • Search and apply for grants specific to medicolegal investigations, office functions and personnel.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Must be a licensed as a physician to practice medicine in the State of Pennsylvania.
  • Must be a pathologist board certified by the American Board of Pathology in anatomic, and forensic pathology.
  • Skilled in performing autopsies, external examinations, and medical records reviews of decedents, with three years of experience working in a Coroner or Medical Examiner's Office.
  • Knowledge of anatomy, pathology, anthropology and other related disciplines for identification and investigative purposes.
  • Knowledgeable of firearms and other instruments of death.
  • Knowledgeable of rules of evidence and court procedures.
  • Knowledgeable of vehicular crash analysis.
  • Adhere to NAME autopsy performance standards and requirements.
  • Knowledgeable of federal, state, and local laws related to the operation of the county coroner's function.
  • Must have a valid PA driver's license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to lift, move or carry objects up to 50 pounds; ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles; utilize feet and legs or hands and arms; maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or navigating narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs; move about on hands and knees or hands and feet; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and to reach with hands and arms. Occasionally incumbent maybe required to push/pull objects in excess of 100 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Employee may be exposed to health and environmental hazards.
  • Standard work hours must be flexible, and may include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. May be greater than 37.5 hours per week, and may be called to report to duty at any time.
  • Work is performed inside and outside. Exposure to cold, heat and elements of weather and nature may be encountered.
  • May be exposed to significant workplace pressure and irregular hours.

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