Forensics Specialists

Entomologist

Study how insects aid in bodily decomposition, which can help determine the time and source of death. (forensicscolleges)

Odontologist

Study teeth and the mouth as it applies to both civil and criminal law. Can aid investigators in identifying both victims and perpetrators of crimes. (forensicscolleges)

Ballistics Expert

Highly knowledgeable in the effects of guns in crimes, as well as in connecting specific firearms to specific crimes. (forensicscolleges)

Forensic Pathologist

Conduct autopsies and post-mortem examinations on individuals whose deaths may have been caused by unnatural circumstances. (forensicscolleges)

Forensic Psychiatrist

A medical doctor who has training in both mental health and the law. May address issues such as violence, criminal responsibility, competence to stand trial in both civil and criminal courts. (forensicscolleges)

Anthropologist

Analyze and apply scientific techniques in order to diagnose posthumous death by violent force or trauma. Skin tissue, bone observation and demographics are key areas of study. (forensicscolleges)

Forensic Sketch Artist

Paper and pencil facial sketches in criminal investigations. (forensicscolleges)

Arson Investigator

Use knowledge of fire chemistry and mechanics to investigate possible arson cases. (forensicscolleges)

Computer Forensics Examiner

Study how technology is used to commit crimes. Computer forensic specialists use computer hardware and software to recover information from machines. (forensicscolleges)

Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)

Spend time at crime scenes in order to collect evidence necessary in order to recreate a violent crime. (forensicscolleges)

Forensic Accountant

Use basic accounting and investigative skills to find defects in financial statements that may be indicative of criminal activity. They perform audits on financial and legal files and present their findings in trials. (forensicscolleges)

Forensic Investigator

Share many responsibilities and competencies with detectives: conducting interviews, securing crime scenes, analyzing public and private records, and writing detailed investigative reports. (forensicscolleges)

Forensic Medical Examiner

A government employee that investigates human bodies that have died under unusual or unnatural circumstances. (forensicscolleges)

DNA Analyst

Takes human tissue samples like blood, hair or semen and finds genetic code that will identify the victims and perpetrators of violent crimes. (forensicscolleges)

Blood Stain Pattern Analyst

Analyze patterns in blood to help gather important clues about various crimes. (liveabout)

Forensic Document Examiner

Sometimes also called questioned document examiners, are scientists who utilize the scientific method of questioned document examination to examine documents. (forensicscolleges)

Forensic Toxicologist

Help investigators identify the causes of death that include poisons, chemicals, and intoxicating substances. (liveabout)