How do they match: Forensic Science Technicians

  • Firearms Examiner
  • Firearms Specialist
  • Crime Scene Investigator
  • Forensic Investigator

  • 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.

  • Examine firearms to determine mechanical condition and legal status, performing restoration work on damaged firearms to obtain information, such as serial numbers.
  • 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.