FAS Drugs Laboratory Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Would you like to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking team, Forensic Services are looking to recruit a Drugs Laboratory Officer on a full time permanent basis.
Forensic Services carry out crime scene investigations and a range of forensic analysis and evidence handling as part of the investigation process.
As a Drugs Laboratory Officer, you will provide specialist advice and knowledge and assist in the routine reporting of analysis for the 5 East Midlands Region Police Forces.
If you have a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, are able to work under pressure and can prioritise and plan workloads this could be the role for you.
You will need to hold a science based qualification to A level standard or have experience working at an equivalent level. You will also need a full UK driving licence.
Please be aware that due to the security checks required for this role you must have 5 years continuous residency in the UK.
Please refer to the job description for full role requirements.
For more detailed information about EMSOU, visit the website: https://www.emsou.police.uk
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,552 - £30,375 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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