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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.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$64.9k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
36%
Post-secondary certificate
29%
High school diploma or equivalent
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Crime Scene Technician (Crime Scene Tech)
Criminalist
CSI (Crime Scene Investigator)
Forensic Scientist