Scientific Researcher (Forensic Chemistry) | Wissenschaftliche/-n Mitarbeiter/-in (m/w/d)
Bayerisches Landeskriminalamt
Job Summary
This role involves working as a Scientific Researcher within the Forensic Chemistry section of the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office (BLKA) in Munich. The core responsibilities include conducting forensic examinations in the field of chemistry, specifically material analysis, often involving crime scene processing. The researcher will be expected to independently prepare expert opinions and defend them in court. Key qualifications include a Master's degree or equivalent, successful completion of a PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science, and practical experience with modern instrumental analysis techniques such as Infrared Spectrometry, Raman Spectrometry, and (Pyrolysis-)GC/MS. This position offers an innovative, crisis-proof, and varied work environment within a supportive team, with benefits including flexible working hours, health management programs, and the potential for a civil servant status (Beamtenverhältnis) up to salary grade A14.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or equivalent (Diplom-Ing. Univ.) with successful PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science
Experience
- Professional experience in the practical application of modern instrumental analysis
- Willingness to train in microscopic sample preparation and microscopic trace comparison
- Desirable: Prior experience in forensic chemistry
Languages
Additional
- Driving license Class B (desirable); Must consent to a background check in police information systems; Ability to articulate complex chemical facts in generally understandable language.
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