Primary Technical Leader

The Primary Technical Leader serves as the highest technical authority for forensic DNA casework at MUFSC, ensuring scientific integrity, technical validity, and regulatory compliance across all designated workflows. This role oversees STR and Y-STR analysis by capillary electrophoresis, with potential authority over massively parallel sequencing, while maintaining accountability for technical operations, method validation, and complex case interpretations. The position requires coordinating with laboratory leadership, quality management, and external agencies to uphold accreditation standards and ensure the defensibility of forensic results.