About the role

 

Traditionally, forensic science is used to reconstruct a criminal event to support the judicial process. We’ve taken that a step further

– Dr Sarah Benson, AFP Chief Forensic Scientist

 

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The Work

Forensics comprises a large number of specialist services and capabilities at the AFP’s state-of-the-art Forensics Facility in Canberra and within the AFP’s regional commands across Australia.

As recognised world leaders in policing science and technology, Forensics fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, learning and research through investment in people. We look to build expertise and cultivate strong partnerships, leveraging new industry and academic knowledge to solve novel and complex operational problems.

Digital forensics examiners

Digital forensics examiners (DFEs) are specialists within the AFP Forensics Command. Often classified as problem solvers who employ analytical, technical and logical thinking, DFEs access, assess, secure, process, exploit, analyse and report on all forms of electronic data that may assist an AFP investigator. Critical to this work is ensuring compliance with the various legislative and legal requirements that govern how we operate whilst remaining flexible, adaptable and responsive to operating in any manner of physical environments and locations in often stressful conditions.    

DFEs are also required to assist and/or lead capability (tools, programs, governance, processes, training) development, delivery and evolution to ensure that the AFP is able to operate effectively in a continually evolving technological landscape.

What we do

  • Support the frontline and maximise the AFP’s operational impact by delivering a broad range of forensic capability and technical knowledge
  • Provide forensic capabilities or strategically maintain and evolve the AFP’s forensics specialisations to meet emerging threats and deliver results
  • Work alongside domestic and international partners, championing collaboration, ideas and diversity of thought.

The Forensics Work Experience Program provides high school students in years 10-12 an understanding of a career in forensics. The one week program is held in Canberra twice a year. For more information, visit the Forensic Work Experience Program page

How to join

 

How to join

You don’t have to be a police officer to join Forensics. Specialist positions are advertised as they become available.

You can also join Forensics through our Graduate Program.

 

 

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