Forensic Chemist Advisor

About the role

Amentum is recruiting a Forensic Chemist Advisor based in Nairobi, Westlands. The advisor mentors host-country experts on the collection, preservation, examination, analysis and court production of evidence linked to drugs and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and homemade explosive compositions (HME). The role also involves advising host-country officials on chemical analysis equipment and best practices, and working with US officials from the Departments of State and Justice.

Key responsibilities

• Mentor host-country experts on techniques and procedures for evidence collection, preservation, examination, analysis and court production
• Advise and train host-country officials on the use, calibration, maintenance and testing of chemical analysis equipment, and on report writing and chain of custody records
• Work with US officials from the Departments of State and Justice
• Facilitate meetings, lead working groups, develop reports and papers, review and edit policies, and conduct briefings
• Contribute advice on a national public health approach to NPS

Required profile

• Minimum of 10 years of forensic science experience with progressively more complex drug and/or explosives cases
• Minimum of 5 years of drug chemistry experience in an ISO 17025 accredited facility
• Bachelor's degree in forensic science, chemistry or a related field from a US Department of Education recognized institution
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust certification from the U.S. DOJ

Required skills

• Experience with GC/MS and other analytical methods, including implementing the DEA GUARDS method for drugs
• Desired: experience applying chemical analysis to drug strategies, terrorist criminal cases, and supervising forensic chemistry activities
• Desired: QA/QC inspection and validation experience, continuing education, foreign service skills, and experience training or advising foreign officials