Agency-wide Requirements
All applicants must be:
- U.S. citizens (dual U.S. citizens also eligible)
- At least 18 years of age
- Willing to move to the Washington, DC area
- Able to complete security and medical evaluations
- Registered for the Selective Service
About the Job
As a Forensic Scientist within CIA’s Directorate of Science and Technology (DS&T), you will apply your deep technical expertise to provide identity-driven analysis and innovative solutions for complex mission requirements.
DS&T Forensic Scientists typically leverage traditional forensic laboratory capabilities to technically identify or support ongoing mission requirements. Successful Forensic Scientists are detail-oriented, self-motivated, creative, collaborative, and results-driven. DS&T Forensic Scientists operate state of the art laboratory equipment while working incoming requests, develop new capabilities, and conduct in-depth, cutting-edge research.
What You’ll Get
Our benefits support every aspect of a working professional’s life, including health and wellness, time off, family, finances, and continuing education. Our programs include highly sought-after government health benefits, flexible schedules, sick leave, and childcare. In some cases, we also offer sign-on incentives and cover moving expenses if you relocate.
As a CIA employee, you’ll also get the satisfaction of knowing your work is part of something bigger than yourself. Our work is driven by one mission: to keep our Nation safe. Every day is an opportunity to enhance U.S. national security.
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Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields or related studies (or comparable work experience):
- Anthropology
- Bioengineering
- Biotechnology and microbiology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Criminalistics
- Forensic Molecular Biology
- Forensic Science
- Physical sciences
- Physics
- At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale
- Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree is strongly desired
- Experience as a forensic professional and technical analyst
- Formal training in a forensic discipline
- Experience working in an accredited and recognized forensic laboratory
- Experience working with forensic databases
- Familiarity with forensic standards and requirements
- Current membership in recognized professional organizations within the field
- Demonstrated interest in applying technology to solve challenging problems
- Strong verbal presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise text
- Willingness to travel domestically and abroad