How do they match: Forensic Science Technicians

  • Crime Specialist
  • Crime Scene Specialist
  • Evidence Specialist
  • Firearms Specialist
  • Forensic Specialist

  • 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 DNA data to identify DNA donor profiles.
  • Analyze data from computers or other digital media sources for evidence related to criminal activity.
  • Analyze gunshot residue and bullet paths to determine how shootings occurred.
  • Compare objects, such as tools, with impression marks to determine whether a specific object is responsible for a specific mark.
  • Determine types of bullets and specific weapons used in shootings.
  • Examine and analyze blood stain patterns at crime scenes.
  • Testify in court about investigative or analytical methods or findings.

  • Analyze biological samples.
  • Analyze forensic evidence to solve crimes.
  • Analyze test results.
  • Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.