Centre for African Resources: Animals, Communities and Land Use CARACAL

BOTSWANA WILDLIFE AND ENVIRONMENTAL FORENSIC CENTER

 

VACANCY: FORENSIC TECHNICIAN AND SENIOR FORENSIC SCIENTIST - KASANE

                                                                               

DATE: October 26, 2024

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of a Senior forensic scientist (SFS) and a Forensic technician (FT) within the Botswana Wildlife and Environmental Forensic Center- Kasane, Botswana. This is a fixed-term position for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. Opportunities for other research activities may be available.

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Review of applications will begin on November 15th, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. The candidate must be a Botswana citizen.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (SFS) or bachelor’s degree (FT) in the fields of molecular biology, bioinformatics, or data sciences

• Strong background and demonstrated experience in molecular biology  (FT/SFS) including genomics, next generation sequencing applications, fragment analysis, microsatellite investigations, and associated bioinformatics (SFS)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team (SFS)

• Verbal and written communication skills (SFS/FT)

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (SFS/FT)

 

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS THAT WOULD BE ADVANTAGEOUS

• Experience as a DNA Examiner in a forensic laboratory (SFS/FT)

• LIMS management (SFS)

• Strong understanding of biology, laboratory equipment, and procedures (SFS)

• Relevant training and/or certification as a Forensic scientist/technician (SFS/FT)

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Successful candidates will be expected to perform the following duties amongst others;

• Senior forensic scientist

  • Implementing forensic applications and training

  • Develop and conduct research relevant to the job

  • Contribute to the writing of research papers and scientific articles explaining their findings

  • LIMS management

  • Supervision of staff members and research workflows

  • Support forensic casework workflows 

  • Other duties as might be assigned.

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• Forensic technician

  • Support of research and forensic applications

  • Supplies management and ordering

  • Data entry

  • Other duties as might be assigned.

 

SALARY: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

To apply, please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience to admin@caracal.info with the subject line "Senior forensic scientist/Forensic technician Application - BWEFC."

 

CARACAL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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