Senior Forensic Technologist

Job overview

The Senior Forensic Technologist role is onsite in Fort Worth, TX, with a potential flexible work arrangement. Compensation is commensurate with experience; no numeric amount is specified. The role supports the Center for Human Identification at UNT Health, an accredited forensic laboratory providing DNA testing and investigative support. The technologist processes DNA casework samples and helps maintain laboratory equipment and operations, supporting accurate forensic analysis and the integrity of evidence used in criminal and civil investigations. The role also provides oversight and training to junior technologists and may provide court testimony as required.

What you'll do

• Extract, quantify, and amplify DNA samples and load them onto genetic analyzers
• complete two proficiency tests per year
• assist with equipment maintenance, performance checks, and calibrations
• perform equipment checks and stock laboratories as needed
• provide court testimony as required
• oversee and train Forensic Technologist Trainees and Technologist I.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior forensic technologist

fort worth tx

university of north texas system

forensic dna

dna extraction

genetic analyzers

laboratory calibration

casework samples

court testimony

monday–friday

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• TRS retirement eligibility
• benefits information is referenced in the posting.

Why this role

Work schedule is 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, with potential for a flexible work arrangement; employment is contingent on providing a DNA sample for quality-control contamination detection.

About the employer

University of North Texas System is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.