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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.



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$64.9k

Annual median Salary

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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

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