• Forensic science technicians aid criminal investigations by collecting and analyzing evidence. Many technicians specialize in various types of laboratory analysis.
  • Forensic science technicians typically need at least a bachelor’s degree in a natural science, such as chemistry or biology, or in forensic science.
  • On-the-job training is generally required for both those who investigate crime scenes and those who work in labs. The median annual wage for forensic science technicians was $57,850 in May 2017.
  • Employment of forensic science technicians is projected to grow 17 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations.