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Forensic Notice Board
This regularly updated page will be used to post forensic science announcements. These will include: The forensic notice board can also be used to post requests for forensic science related information and advice. If you would like an announcement posting here please use the following form. This form should also be used if you are able to help a poster who has asked for forensic science related information or advice. Please note that your e-mail address will not be made public.
Request For Information:
I am a Chartered Forensic Psychologist and hold AFBPsS BPS membership. (I have been chartered for 4 years and have 8 years of post qualification experience. I am thinking of immigrating to the USA - does anyone know how my British qualifications hold up in the US? I have a BSc (Hons) Psychology and MSc Forensic Psychology. I notice that many psychologists in the US have doctorates. Would Forensic Psychology Qualifications Obtained in The UK be recognised in the USA? Announcement Posted By Deborah Wilkinson Date Posted: 22nd February 2008 Request For Information:
Hello Everyone! I am a Forensic Science student at St. Augustine's College. I am working with a professor to compile a list of internship and scholarship opportunities catered to undergraduate students majoring in Forensic Science. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions as to where to look. Announcement Posted By Gisel Samuels Date Posted: 16th November 2007 Request For Information:
I just took this photo of something i saw in a window on Oxford Street (London) and wondered if anyone knew what it was for?
Announcement Posted By Helen Date Posted: 26th October 2007 Request For Information:
I have completed my M.Sc in forensic science in June 2007 and right now working as a scientific assistant (chemistry & toxicology) in Haryana forensic science laboratory on contract basis. Please give me information about the vacancy available in other forensic science laboratories and also provide me some other career option related to this field. Announcement Posted By Sanjeet Kumar Date Posted: 25th October 2007 Reply Hi Sanjeet Check out some of the links on the Forensic Science in India page. The contacts you find here will be in a better position to give you the information you need. www.all-about-forensic-science.com/forensic-science-in-india.html All the best with your career David Request For Information:
Hi i am a forensic honours student and im wanting to do my final year project on explosives and was just wondering if anyone has any ideas of a good project using explosives that is chemistry related and wouldn't be to dangerous to carry out? Announcement Posted By Natalie Brown Date Posted: 25th October 2007 Request For Information:
HI this may seem a bit specific but I'd like to know what happens to eye colour and eye appearance for the first hour after death,if eyes remain open.I'm a budding writer and in the middle of a short story for an o.u. course and want to make sure I'm getting my facts right.thanks in advance if anyone can help. Announcement Posted By Marysia Wojtas Date Posted: 24th October 2007 Request For Information:
Could i get information on: 1. Legally accepted scientific methods for ink dating of questioned documents. 2. Who are the expert agencies, institutions, individuals in INDIA equiped to do ink dating of questioned documents. Announcement Posted By Vivek Varma Date Posted: 16th July 2007 Reply Hi Vivek Try checking out the following web pages. American Board of Forensic Document Examiners American Society of Questioned Document Examiners Forensic Science in India www.all-about-forensic-science.com/forensic-science-in-india.html All the best David Help Wanted:
A new TV show which solves everyday mysteries using forensic science is looking for a young, forensic expert/student/teacher who can process fingerprints, footprints and/or blood spatter on the show. If you think you fit the bill, let us know via the contact form above and we will pass your details on. Announcement Posted By David Webb Date Posted: 12th July 2007 Request For Information:
I have just completed my BSc Hons in Forensic Biology and am looking to get into the Forensic Accounting field. Where should I look for graduate schemes and recruitment?. Thanks. Announcement Posted By Binoy Patl Date Posted: 12th July 2007 Reply Hi Binoy You might find the following website useful. www.forensic-accounting-information.com All the best David Request For Information:
Hi i am interested in doing M.Sc in forensic. So for that i want to know how should i prepare for the examination and which are the books i should refer. Currently am doing final year graduation in biotechnology. Thanking you. Announcement Posted By Ranajita Ghanty Date Posted: 13th June 2007 Reply Hi Ranajita If you know where you want to study, I'd check out the department website or contact the University direct. They will almost certainly have a recommended reading list along with a list of modules that you will have the opportunity of studying. There are lots of excellent books on forensic science, most of which can be found online at the All About Forensic Science store, which you can visit by Clicking Here. Good luck with your forensic science studies All the best David Request For Information:
Hi, i am looking for any research/reference material regarding :- Arson (fire) examiners exposure to particulates of <2.5 microns, the effect of temperature and weather etc. upon these scenes and the safety equiptment supplied to them by their employer. P.s. i am in the UK, if that helps! Announcement Posted By Fiona Date Posted: 10th June 2007 Help Wanted:
A leading PR company is looking for a media friendly forensic specialist with the expertise to investigate stains and substances in a carpet. If you think you fit the bill, let us know via the contact form above and we will pass your details on. Announcement Posted By David Webb Date Posted: 9th June 2007 Request For Information:
I'm a student nurse here in the Philippines and interested in a career in Forensic Science. I am seeking for some information in the continuity of my study after I will finish my Bachelor of Science in Nursing course. I am looking for advice on how to get into Forensic Nursing here in the Philippines. Your tips in this matter will be highly appreciated. Announcement Posted By Chester Vitug Date Posted: 27th April 2007 Reply Hi Chester Check out allnurses.com it has a dedicated Philippine nursing forum. It might be worth posting a request for advice here. All the best David Webb Request For Information:
I have an M.Sc in organic synthesis & interested in a career in Forensic Science. I'm looking for labs that offer internship program in the field of latent prints. Your help in this regard will be high appreciated. Announcement Posted By Lenah Lebelo Date Posted: 23rd March 2007 Reply Hi Lenah The following link will take you to a list of forensic science internships available in the USA. Good Luck David Webb Request For Information:
I am currently working on a Psychology degree, but I have always wanted to go into the Forensic Psychology field. I have looked around and found that there are not a whole lot of Forensic Psychology Degree Programs out there. I am in the Military so I have to go to school at night and on weekends and I do not have a lot of money to spend on college. My benefits cover very little. I am looking for advice on how to get into the Forensic Psychology Field with out getting a Forensic Psychology Degree. I would also being greatly appreciative if there were a Forensic Psychologist out that wouldn't mind talking with me. I am going to be getting out of the Military in about a year and have high hopes of continuing my education and getting a Psychology Degree. I am just hoping for some more information on getting into the Forensic Psychology field. Announcement Posted By Christina Morillo Date Posted: 11th March 2007 Reply Hi Christina Check out the All About Forensic Psychology Website. It has lots of useful information, including a USA forensic degree directory. www.all-about-forensic-psychology.com While you are there, make sure you sign up for the free forensic psychology newsletter as it includes expert articles on studying and working within the forensic psychology field. Click Here To Read The Latest Edition Hope this helps David Webb Announcing A New Series From New York University Press:
New York University Press is expanding its publishing program in forensic psychology and psychology and crime. The following information is taken from the request for manuscript proposals. Crime has dominated the public’s concern over the decades. Currently, criminal concerns are foremost in the news and in polls reflecting public attitudes. During the past decade, psychologists have devoted their professional and scholarly efforts toward ameliorating and studying various aspects of crime and criminals. Many advances have been made but have not been adequately communicated to important constituent groups. For example, both practitioners and policy-makers are not always aware of important advances that could better inform their decisions. This series provides the academic, the professional, and the lay public with well-written scholarly overviews and discussions of the latest advances in theory, research, and practice in various areas of psychology and crime. Each author will provide a review of the status of the field and major developments to help readers in their understanding and decision-making. The readership includes researchers, teachers, students, and practitioners in forensic psychology, the informed general public, and those concerned with the legal applications of the books’ topics. Suggestive of the topics we intend to support are: To Submit Manuscript Proposals While the majority of books are anticipated to be single or dual-authored, we will also welcome promising edited volumes, provided that they have core course adoption potential or other significant selling points in the anthology format. Each volume shall review the theoretical and empirical state of the field as well as provide practical suggestions for practice, policy, and future research. The books will address substantive and important issues while employing accessible language and an engaging writing style. A proposal should be 5-10 pages in length and should include: A statement of the significance, need, and organization of the work Its intended readership(s), including particular disciplines, any likely course adoption into specific types of common classes, any likely audience(s) outside the academy or in the professional arena, and any relevant organizations / associations whose members may be interested in the work. A brief discussion of similar / competing works and how the proposed volume will distinguish itself An annotated chapter outline with 1-2 paragraphs describing what each chapter will discuss Sample chapters if available An indication of the time line for completion and the anticipated length. Typical manuscripts should be roughly 80,000-90,000 words in total. A current copy of the author's curriculum vitae. Please direct queries and submissions simultaneously to: Dr. Allen K. Hess Department of Psychology Auburn University at Montgomery Box 244023 Montgomery, AL 36124-4023 ahess@mail.aum.edu Jennifer HammerEditor New York University Press838 Broadway, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10003-4812jennifer.hammer@nyu.edu Date Posted: 14th February 2007 Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Forensic Genetics: University of The West of England (Bristol, UK)
The University of The West of England is one of only 4 universities whose Forensic Science courses have been accredited by the Forensic Science Society. The Faculty is continuing to develop its high teaching and research profile in the field Forensic Science and is inviting applications for the position of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Forensic Genetics. The Lecturer appointed will join a strong Forensic Science team and be keen to contribute to teaching/learning and to further developing research. Experience of either working with those in professional practice or securing research income will be valuable. The postholder will be expected to contribute to the development of research and publications within the area, and /or to further professional practice through publications and practitioner outputs that might include consultancy. Applicants should have a higher degree in an appropriate subject and subsequent research and/or practitioner experience in Forensic Science or a related profession. They will have expertise and academic credibility relevant to Forensic Science and be keen to make an active and creative contribution to teaching/learning and research, and to further professional practice through publications and other professional outputs. Applicants will also be expected to engage in research that generates quality publications and is targeted to secure external research funding from a variety of sources including industry, research councils and medical charities. Supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate projects and MPhil/PhD students will be an on-going responsibility. Salary will be on the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer scale in the range £25,334 - £39,033. For an informal discussion of the post, contact Dr Fritjof Korber (Fritjof.korber@uwe.ac.uk) or Dr Carolyn Morton (carolyn.morton@uwe.ac.uk). Completed application forms to be returned by 1 March 2007 to: Personnel ServicesUniversity of the West of EnglandFrenchay CampusColdharbour LaneBRISTOLBS16 1QY Please quote reference number L/10978 in any communications. Click Here For Further Details Date Posted: 10th February 2007 Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Forensic Laboratory: Epstein-Rhoads Intern Program
The purpose of Epstein-Rhoads Intern Program is to provide experience for university and college students who are seriously interested in entering the field of forensic science. This internship program offers the students opportunity for observation of forensic scientists at their work, as well as involvement in working on an assigned laboratory project. To be eligible for the program students must be in their junior or senior year of college, or in graduate school, pursuing a degree in Forensic Science, Criminalistics, Biology, Chemistry or equivalent. Date Posted: 1st February 2007 New York State Police Forensic Science Laboratory Internships
The New York State Police Forensic Science Laboratory System provides all criminal justice agencies in New York State with state-of-the-art forensic analytical and investigative capabilities and expert testimony on matters related to the investigation, resolution and prosecution of crimes. The Laboratory's Intern Program was established in 1998 to provide students and graduates with opportunities to learn more about the forensic science field. Click Here For more information on how to apply and to download an intern application form. Date Posted: 26th January 2007 Mississippi Crime Lab: Student Internships
The Mississippi Crime Laboratory (MCL) provides a full range of forensic services to law enforcement agencies throughout the state. MCL services are divided into three categories: Impression Evidence, Analytical, and Bioscience. Impression Evidence services involve comparisons and examination of latent prints, firearms and tool marks and questioned documents, as well as technical assistance related to crime scene response and case management. Analytical services primarily involve chemical analysis of substances, and Bioscience services, which are primarily biological in nature, include serology examinations and DNA testing. Internships for college students are available in limited numbers at the MCL. Anyone interested in an internship should send a letter of request to the Director of the MCL, accompanied by a letter from a representative of his or her major department stating that the internship will be applicable towards credit for the degree sought. All requests must be approved by the Director. Click Here To Visit The MCL Website Date Posted: 24th January 2007 Burgoynes Consulting Scientists & Engineers: Job Vacancies (UK & Ireland)
Burgoynes conduct scientific investigations into fires, explosions, chemical and hazardous marine cargoes, chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering incidents, road traffic accidents, personal injury and microbiological spoilage. Burgoynes currently have the following job vacancies: A mechanical engineer or materials scientist is required for their London Office to train in the forensic investigation of a range of incidents and accidents involving mechanical engineering, component and system failures. This position would have a London Weighting. Scientists and engineers are also required for their Cardiff, Coventry, Dublin, Glasgow and Manchester Offices to train in the forensic investigation of fires and explosions. These positions offer excellent prospects and represent an opportunity to enter a unique profession offering a wide variety of technical challenges and scientific interest in a commercial environment. The Ideal Candidate will have: A knowledge of foreign languages would be an advantage. Previously unsuccessful applicants need not apply unless specifically requested to do so. Benefits include: Company Car, Contributory Pension Scheme, Medical and Other Insurances, Relocation Package, 5 Weeks Holiday. Click Here For more information and to request an application form (see press release on the menu on the right) Date Posted: 24th January 2007 If you think your friends, colleagues, fellow students etc would be interested in taking a look at the forensic notice board page, there are a number of ways to let them know about it:
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