I spent the five happiest years of my life in a morgue. As a forensic scientist in the Cleveland coroner’s office I analyzed gunshot residue on hands and clothing, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, DNA, blood and many other forms of trace evidence, as well as crime scenes. Now I'm a certified latent print examiner and CSI for a police department in Florida. I also write a series of forensic suspense novels, turning the day job into fiction. My books have been translated into six languages.
What is it you’re going to want to know about them, because I may or may not be able to help.
I've never known anyone who became one of our victims, so no.
I work in a police department, so yes, work with them every day.Though my immediate coworkers and immediate supervisor are all civilians.
Because films are entertainment, and stories are more satisfying when they have a definite end.
Veterinarian
Bracketologist
Pharmaceutical Researcher
The ability to find 'contact' DNA, the improvement and proliferation of video cameras and the improvement and proliferation of downloading cell phone data. I think those are the major points.
Hope that helps!
That depends on where you live or where you want to work. You can check job vacancy postings at local agencies, or if you’re willing to relocate then check vacancy postings on organization websites like American Academy of Forensic Science or International Association for Identification. That will give you an idea of what is available and what the requirements are. Best of luck!
Nope, not planning on it!
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