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Forensic Consultation
I have seven years of experience as a forensic scientist at the New York State Police Crime Laboratory System. I began my work in the Seized Drugs section, analyzing hundreds of evidentiary items for the presence of controlled substances in local, state and federal criminal cases. I tested a wide breadth of substances including powders, liquids, pharmaceuticals, vegetation, drug paraphernalia, etc. and testified to my findings in court. After three years of criminal casework, I was promoted to a lab management role in the quality assurance office where I supported the crime lab in maintaining a robust quality management system and led learning and development. I am available to support forensic laboratories (large and small) in training staff, optimizing workflows, and fostering a vibrant and healthy work environment.
I am also enthusiastic about supporting academic forensic departments to develop and enrich forensic curriculum.
Forensic Laboratories
Areas of specialization:
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Technical: Forensic Chemistry, Trace Evidence
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Accreditation: ISO 17025 & AR 3125
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Understanding & Responding to Legislative Requirements
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Quality Management Manual Creation & Maintenance
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Research & Development
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Accreditation Assessment - Preparation & Support
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LIMS (Porter Lee - Beast)
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Proficiency Testing Programs
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Organizational Health & Wellness
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Vicarious Trauma
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Onboarding New Staff/Developing a Training Program
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Fostering & Maintaining Collaborations
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Creating and Optimizing an Internship Program
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Virtual Internships
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Continuing Education & Professional Development
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Testimony Training
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Virtual Testimony & Presentations
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Understanding & Testifying to Accreditation
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Conducting an Effective Internal Audit
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Internal Audit Assessor Training
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Processing Vicarious Trauma in Criminal Casework
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Resilience Building
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Leadership Development
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One-on-one mentorship and coaching.
Forensic Departments
Introductory and advanced lectures, workshops, and courses.
Program Development & Enrichment
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Testimony & Mock Trial
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Accreditation in Forensic Science
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Thriving as a Civilian in a Paramilitary Organization
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Vicarious Trauma & Resilience Building in Criminal Casework
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Quality Assurance
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Forensic Chemistry (Seized Drugs, Trace Evidence)
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Forensic Research
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Internship Development (In-Person & Virtual)
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Casework Processing & Triaging
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Evidence Handling
Career Development
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Networking
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Resume Writing
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Interviewing
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Obtaining an Internship
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Leadership Development
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One-on-one mentorship and coaching.