DNA RESEARCH COORDINATOR

The Illinois State Police, Division of Forensic Services, Forensic Sciences

Command, is seeking applicants for the DNA Research Coordinator position at the

Research and Development Laboratory located in Springfield, Illinois. Salary:

$35,952 – $78,672/year

DUTIES: Designs and supervises studies to evaluate DNA methods; performs

applied research to optimize and implement DNA analysis in casework; develops

procedures in DNA to be used in the analysis of evidence; and evaluates new

equipment and emerging technology in DNA analysis methods. Assists with the

implementation and integration of DNA technology to staff at the operational

laboratories; provides technical training to laboratory staff in DNA analysis

methods. Develops and maintains the ability to perform DNA analysis on cases;

appears as an expert witness in court cases; provides interpretation and opinion

testimony on the admissibility of DNA analysis in casework. Arranges and

participates in collaborative studies; attends and participates in regional and

scientific conferences and seminars for the purpose of exchanging scientific

information and keeping abreast of DNA analysis methods and technology.

REQUIREMENTS: The position requires (1) a bachelor=s

degree, preferably supplemented by a Master‘s

degree, with emphasis on course work in one of the biological, natural, physical

or forensic science related disciplines; (2) successful completion of a minimum

of 12 semester hours of course work in the subject areas of biochemistry,

genetics, molecular biology/cell biology;(3) a minimum of three years of

forensic DNA laboratory experience; (4) considerable knowledge of PCR, STR,

capillary electrophoresis and the use of computer software and other

instrumentation associated with DNA analysis; (5) considerable knowledge of

statistics and population genetics as it applies to forensic DNA analysis; (6)

considerable knowledge of DAB and ASCLD guidelines; laboratory safety and

quality control procedures; (7) court qualification as a DNA analyst; and (8)

knowledge and/or experience of CODIS is preferred.

RESPOND TO: A letter stating your interest and a copy of a current resume

should be sent by December 31, 2001 to:

Bureau Chief Joseph Bubonic

Illinois State Police

Forensic Sciences Command Headquarters

630 East Washington Street

Springfield, IL 62701-1304

Telephone: (217) 782-4649

Fax: (217) 557-6514