Forensic Expert Assistant (m/f/x) Ref°221

Forensic Expert Assistant (m/f/x) Ref°221

Type of contract: Full-time and determined duration contract (CDD)

Laboratoire national de santé is recruiting a Forensic Expert Assistant (m/f/x) Ref°221

We are currently seeking a Forensic Expert Assistant to join the Forensic Genetics Service within the Department of Forensic Medicine on a full-time temporary contract for a duration of two years.

About the Laboratoire national de santé

The LNS is a major player in Luxembourg’s healthcare sector, serving the country’s patients, doctors and hospitals. Under the supervision of the Ministry of Health and Social Security, the LNS is a multidisciplinary public institution organized around six medical departments, two of which are designated as national diagnostic centres for human genetics and pathology respectively.

The LNS employs around 400 highly qualified staff with diverse backgrounds. The main purpose of the LNS is to develop analytical activities and scientific expertise relating to the prevention, diagnosis and monitoring of human diseases; to act as a national control or reference laboratory; and to carry out forensic missions. The LNS also collaborates with the University of Luxembourg and other biomedical research institutions, both nationally and internationally, on research and teaching activities.

In particular, in the field of diagnostics, the LNS covers the following fields of application: medical biology, microbiology, forensic medicine, environmental medicine, morphological and molecular pathology, and clinical genetics, as well as sequencing for rare diseases, oncology and pathogens.

About the Genetic Identification Service

The Genetic Identification Service (GIS) is a specialized unit within the Department of Forensic Medicine dedicated to supporting criminal investigations through DNA analysis. Its primary mission is to identify individuals based on biological evidence collected from crime scenes.

The service generates genetic profiles from biological samples and compares them with those of suspects, victims, or DNA databases in order to establish associations or exclude individuals from investigations. It also plays a key role in the identification of human remains and deceased persons, as well as in legally mandated kinship and paternity analyses.

Forensic genetics experts produce scientific reports that may be used as evidence in court proceedings and are frequently required to testify as expert witnesses. The work of the service is conducted according to rigorous scientific methodologies, strict quality assurance standards, and comprehensive confidentiality requirements regarding genetic data.

By applying advanced DNA technologies to the field of justice, the service provides reliable, objective, and scientifically robust evidence that is often crucial in criminal investigations and judicial proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the experts in implementing the techniques necessary to fulfill the mission set by the magistrate or judicial police officer in accordance with established rules.
• Handling expert missions and conduct the analyses necessary for the execution of missions in agreement with the expert in charge of the case.
• If necessary, reception and registration of seals and assignments
• Verifying documents, reviewing contracts and missions
• Assisting the experts / reporting officers in defining the analytical strategy
• Assisting the experts / reporting officers in reviewing results and assessing the relevance of the technician’s analysis.
• Prepare written reports detailing the findings and interpretations produced by the forensic expert.
• Assisting the experts / reporting officers in validating results, verifying compliance with quality procedures, expertise and publishing expert reports and opinions
• Technological and scientific monitoring
• Participation in R&D work, including publication of results.

This list of tasks is not intended to be exhaustive. Tasks may vary according to the specific needs of the department to which you are assigned.

Profile

• Molecular biology or forensic genetics skills acquired and validated by an ad hoc degree;
• Knowledge of quality procedures, methods and tools, ISO17025 standard;
• Knowledge of mathematics and biostatistics;
• Computer skills and use of the office suite and communication tools;
• Ability to use protocols, written instructions and technical data sheets;
• Ability to work under the responsibility of reporting officers
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently;
• Sense of responsibility, analytical skills, organizational skills;
• Ability to prioritize and manage objectives
• Ability to handle several tasks at the same time and stress resistant;
• Ability to question yourself, evolve and promote change, interest in techniques;
• Sense of rigor, meticulousness and method in your work
• Good communication skills, integrity, loyalty and fairness; Professional discretion; Team spirit; Public service ethos;
• Flexibility in terms of working hours;
• Fluency in French and English; knowledge of German and/or Luxembourgish is an asset.

If you meet the above profile and wish to apply, please submit your application (CV and Cover letter) via our website. Your application will be treated confidentiality.

At the final stages of the recruitment process, the successful candidate will be asked to provide supporting documentation such as, copies of diplomas and certificates of employment. An official criminal record (bulletin no.3) will also be required for consultation purpose.