You will be working under the direction of the Technical Manager, and Senior Technical Officers, completing relevant tasks relating to accreditation in ISO17025, ISO17020 and Forensic Science Regulator Code of Practice, ensuring all equipment and staff are compliant with the unit and accreditation

As a Senior Forensic Scientist, you’ll have the opportunity to drive priority projects, integrate new forensic technologies, and deliver essential services for the UK and its interests. 

Reporting to a CSI Supervisor and based within one of the operational CSI hubs; you will provide operational and logistical support to the CSI team. 

To manage the Digital Forensics Investigation Unit, Overseeing day-to-day activities of accreditation and quality of all Hertfordshire Constabulary’s Digital Forensics Services. 

The successful candidate will provide an effective Fingerprint Service and will understand the importance of accuracy in all aspects of comparison, identification and evidential processing.

As a Lead Technical Architect with a biometrics specialism, you will assure services and system quality, making sure the technical work fits into the broader strategy for government.

In addition to operational management, you will also perform the role of Technical Manager, with overall responsibility for ensuring quality standards within the forensic laboratories,

The successful candidate will have sound business acumen and will already possess substantial experience of managing supplier relationships and performance management.