Forensic Analyst

Police Staff
Fixed Term Contract
24
Full Time
1
SPA - SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY FORENSIC SERVICES
Toxicology
National Services
Edinburgh Howdenhall
5
£34,978

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

35
2

30/09/2024, 12:00

To carry out instructed casework and provide results/findings (generated by instrument or from a limited set of outcomes) internally to Forensic Services staff.

The role also requires technical expertise and troubleshooting of equipment and scientific instrumentation.


Hybrid Working

SPA Forensic Services currently operates a hybrid working policy which is designed to suit the needs of both the organisation and staff.

For eligible roles this can mean that a proportion of the working week can be worked routinely from home, through discussion and agreement with your line manager.

If you would like more details on the possibility of hybrid working for the particular role you are considering applying for, please contact Recruitment in the first instance.

The Forensic Services Strategy can be found here

The Forensic Services Performance Framework can be found here


You should  have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application for this role.

Why work for Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services?

Forensic Services are the largest public sector forensic organisation in Europe and among the largest forensic organisations in the UK.
Our 600 highly-trained and skilled scientists and staff are committed to Scientific Excellence and work with Integrity, Professionalism and Impartiality. 

We are responsible for providing forensic services to the criminal justice sector in Scotland including: Police Scotland; the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscals Service (COPFS); and the Police Investigations and Reviews Commissioner (PIRC).

Our forensic strategy provides excellent, innovative forensic services to support justice in Scotland and keep our communities safe and protected in line with the Scottish Government`s Justice Outcomes and the strategic aims of Police Scotland and the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service.

If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services is for you.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion,  where communities are under-represented, including those from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.

All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.

We are committed to promoting a diverse workforce and to achieving and promoting an organisational culture where staff and officers are treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

As part of that commitment we are an advocate for gender equality having pledged support for HeForShe

HeForShe is a global solidarity movement for gender equality initiated by the United Nations with the aim of encouraging men and boys to speak out for gender equality recognising that gender equality is not just a women`s issue but a basic human right that benefits everyone. 

Flexible working

Flexible working arrangements can be considered in line with current policy, as well as both personal and organisational needs.   

Benefits

You can expect a rewarding and varied career with the Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services . We offer competitive salaries, annual salary increments and a wide range of employee benefits. 

Recruitment and Selection Policy

Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be given primacy over the remaining internal and external applicants.

Vetting 

We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

This vacancy is closed to applications.