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Job Description


	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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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Science Technicians

Many science technicians work indoors in laboratory settings, but certain technicians work outdoors, sometimes in remote locations. Most science technicians need some postsecondary training, such as an associate degree or a certificate in applied science or science-related technology; biological and forensic science technicians usually need a bachelor's degree. Overall growth is expected to be about as fast as average, although growth will vary by specialty. Job opportunities are expected to be best for graduates of applied science technology programs who are well trained on equipment used in laboratories or production facilities.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Forensic Science Technicians
Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	7,130
State Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	4,130
Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals	340
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	160
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	120
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	120
Insurance Carriers	40
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories	0

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Forensic Science Technicians
Average Annual Salary	$55,660
Average Hourly Wage	$26.76
Total Employment	12,560