At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify, analyse and report on illicit drugs for forensic investigations.
- Company: Join the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) in a vital forensic role.
- Benefits: Access to formal training, mentoring, and continued professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Position supports five police forces across the East Midlands region.
- Why this job: Contribute to public safety by delivering expert drug analysis and evidence.
- Qualifications: Requires a scientific degree or relevant laboratory experience and knowledge of forensic standards.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Drive justice with expert drug analysis. As a FAS Drugs Laboratory Officer for the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU), you’ll play a key role in supporting forensic drug investigations across the region. You’ll identify, analyse and report on illicit drugs, helping deliver vital forensic evidence for five police forces. Working closely with reporting scientists, you’ll support the production of forensic reports and witness statements, while also providing expert advice to colleagues and stakeholders on drug casework and laboratory processes.
Responsibilities
- Examining a range of illegal drugs samples using accredited analytical methods.
- Preparing reports on results and attending court as an expert witness.
- Attending specialist training for use and maintenance of equipment.
Qualifications
- A scientific degree or work experience in an accredited laboratory.
- Knowledge of forensic service quality standards and forensic regulators codes of practice and conduct.
- Health and safety awareness.
What’s in it for you?
By joining us, you will be part of a team of highly skilled, professional, and dedicated colleagues and partners, who are committed to policing with integrity. We offer a range of exciting career pathways, formal training, secondments, mentoring and development opportunities to improve your skills and help you progress your career. We offer continued professional development, through events, guest speakers, and training for everyone. Your skills will help keep people safe.
About EMSOU
We are a collaborative unit of officers and staff tackling the most serious, organised, and violent crime, counter terrorism and extremism and providing forensic services on behalf of the region. EMSOU are Disability Confident Committed with a dedication to inclusion, diversity, and equality, we celebrate difference and encourage diversity of thought.
FAS Drugs Laboratory Officer employer: Derbyshire Constabulary
EMSOU is dedicated to tackling serious crime and providing forensic services. Located in the East Midlands, the unit values diversity and offers exciting career pathways. Join a team committed to integrity and professional development.
