Careers in Forensic Science

As developments in technology increase the role of forensic science in the courtroom, the demand for forensic scientists is growing. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that forensic science is one of the 30 fastest growing occupations in the Occupational Outlook Handbook. This employment growth is driven, in part, by the increasing application of forensic science to examine, solve and prevent crime. Crime scene technicians who work for state and county crime labs should experience favorable employment prospects resulting from strong job growth, according to the BLS.

The field of forensics is broad and involves many kinds of workers. But one thing all forensic specialists have in common is that their work is connected to the law in some way. Forensic scientists might have a background in life sciences, engineering, healthcare, social sciences, or a number of other fields. If you have an interest in the law or law enforcement, a career as a forensic scientist may be right for you.