Forensic Technician, Forensic Biology Unit - Indianapolis Laboratory

Salary : $42,900.00 Annually
Location : Indianapolis Regional Laboratory - 550 W. 16th Street Suite C, Indianapolis, IN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026044
Division: Forensic Services
Opening Date: 06/12/2026
Closing Date: 6/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Description

To serve as a civilian employee of the Indiana State Police whose primary responsibility is to support the Forensic Services Division's (FSD) responsibilities in providing biological testing services.

**These positions are grant funded. Continued employment is completely dependent upon the renewal (or "life") of the grant.
Job Duties

• Process biological samples and associated information.
• Maintain and calibrate various laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Maintain adequate biology supply and reagent inventories.
• Provide administrative and quality assurance support to Biology Section and Unit Supervisors.
• Maintain effective communication with the scientific and criminal justice communities, and Department personnel.
• Conduct confidential data entry of identifying information from non-evidentiary biological samples.
• Work under the direction of a forensic supervisor including review of records.
• Maintain and conduct routine performance checks on laboratory instruments.
• Coordinate repairs of laboratory instruments.
• Keeping inventory of reagents and consumables to allow sufficient lead time for ordering.
• Properly receive, label, and prepare chemical reagents for use in biological analysis.
• Assist in the receipt and accessioning of non-evidentiary biological samples.
• Prepare biological samples for genetic analysis.
• Create and maintain various spreadsheets and databases and other software to track reagents and non-evidentiary biological samples.
• Search the DNA database for duplicate collections of non-evidentiary biological samples.
• Assist with expungement of non-evidentiary biological samples.
• Perform quality control testing on critical reagents for use in DNA analysis.
• Assist with generation and maintenance of quality assurance documentation.
• Comply with Standard Operating Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and FSD policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Successful completion of 60 college credit hours from an accredited institution.
• Natural science classes and/or previous work in a laboratory environment is desired.
• Ability to effectively operate various computer systems and software.
• Ability to maintain laboratory equipment.
• Ability to safely handle various types of chemicals and biohazardous materials.
• Ability to lift and move supplies that may include climbing a ladder.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve forensic information using a computer.
• Ability to learn the operations of complex laboratory equipment.
• Ability to adhere to established laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to differentiate colors as evidenced by medical certification.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel by aircraft and other vehicles.
• Ability to attend training at alternate locations for extended periods of time.

Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of their high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates, and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents to [click to reveal email address]isprecruiting@isp.in.gov and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments.

• A retirement program is available through Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS)
• Life Insurance coverage is available through American United Life at nominal rates.
• Group Hospitalization with medical insurance is available to those who desire this type of protection, with a portion of the premium paid by the State of Indiana.
• Employees receive 12 work days annual vacation leave with pay. Additional days are granted after 5, 10, and 20 years of service to a maximum of 25 days annually.

01

Are you currently certified, registered, or licensed in any profession in Indiana? If yes, please attach a copy of your certification to the application.

• Yes
• No

02

Have you been discharged by any employer for reasons other than downsizing or layoff?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have work experience using Microsoft Excel?

• No
• Yes - Beginner Level
• Yes - Intermediate Level
• Yes - Advanced Level

04

Do you have work experience using Microsoft Outlook?

• No
• Yes - Beginner Level
• Yes - Intermediate Level
• Yes - Advanced Level

05

Have you used marijuana within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you used an illegal drug (other than marijuana), or abused an illegal drug within 3 years of this job vacancy announcement?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you used Adderall without a prescription within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?

• Yes
• No

08

Using the space provided, please explain how your experience, education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities have prepared you for this position. (Do not state: "See Resume")*If applying for a Forensic Scientist position, please state relevant coursework and/or any previous laboratory experience.*If applying for a Maintenance or Automotive Mechanic position, please state all relevant experience(i.e. cabinetry, masonry, plumbing, oil changes, transmissions, etc.)
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