DC Department of Forensic Sciences

Science thrives when every mind is free to question, discover, and belong. This Pride Month, we celebrate LGBTQ+ scientists whose curiosity, courage, and contributions keep pushing humanity forward. Happy Pride Month, DC!

In observance of Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave service members who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice has protected our freedoms, strengthened our communities, and allowed us to continue the work we do each day in service to others.

Thank you to our Washington, DC Sentinel Clinical Laboratory partners for joining the DFS Public Health Lab’s Annual Sentinel Lab Training. Grateful to our hospital partners and our shared commitment to protecting the health and safety of District residents and visitors.

We’re hiring! Interested in joining our team?

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Crime Scene Analyst (Job ID #32486; closes 05/31/26)

This week Kristy Hopkinson with DFS’ Forensic Science Laboratory presented at the 54th American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors ASCLD Symposium 2026! With 600+ attendees from 8 countries, this industry leading conference brings together forensic laboratory leaders to foster partnerships and exchange ideas shaping the future of forensic science.

We’re hiring! Interested in joining our team?

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Quality Assurance Specialist (Job ID #32181; closes 06/19/26)

We’re hiring! Interested in joining our team?

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Laboratory Casework Technician (Job ID 32182; closes 05/24/26)

Last week, at the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) Conference in Baltimore, DC Public Health Lab Deputy Director Dr. Eric Vaughn presented 'DC Public Health Laboratory Cost Saving Measures - Personnel'.

APHL Fellow Dr. Maryanne Snow-Smith presented ‘The Impact of the COVID 19 Pandemic on Influenza Surveillance Trends and Subtype Distribution in the District of Columbia’ poster at the Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) 2026 conference in Baltimore, MD.

Proud to have our DC Public Health Lab team representing the District at last week’s Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) Conference in Baltimore—sharing expertise, learning from peers, and strengthening the future of public health together.