Forensic science career profiles

The roles of ESR's forensic staff vary according to their specialist skills.  They use all forms of analysis to extract evidence from a crime scene, drawing on the principles of biology, chemistry, analytical science and maths.  

Forensic science profiles

ESR forensic staff members discuss their jobs (This page will open in a new window)

Areas of work and duties

Forensic scientists:

• Forensic Biology Scientist
• Forensic Scientist - Clan Lab
• Forensic Scientist - Drug Team
• Forensic Scientist - Service Centre
• Forensic Toxicologist
• Pharmaceutical Scientist

Forensic technicians:

• Analytical Technician
• Forensic Biology Technician
• Forensic Technician - Drug Team
• Forensic Technician - Physical Evidence
• Forensic Technician - Service Centre

More information on working in forensic science:

Careers in Forensic Science

From crime scene... to court: the work of a forensic scientist