Madison
What branches of forensic science have the most job opportunities? What branches have the least?
I'm considering going to college for a forensics degree, but I'm not sure about what branch I'd like to go into. I've thought about forensic chemistry and psychology, but I'm still not sure. Which branch would be the easiest to find a job in? #forensic #forensic-psychology
2 answers
Dr. Kelly Desso
Dr. Kelly’s Answer
I've got degrees in homeland security, public safety, and human security, so I often encounter job postings with "forensic(s)" in the title. In the New England area, the jobs I see most frequently are Forensic Accountant and Investigator, with a focus on arson/fire science. The ones that are a bit harder to find are those related to Pathology or positions within the state morgue. Interestingly, people in these roles tend to stay for quite a while.
Valerie Corson
Valerie’s Answer
Madison,
This is a complex question. First I would say that as a universal field Forensics is a growing field. If you choose to specialize, I would do a little research. Look at some of the job hubs such as indeed.com or careerbuilder.com as see what is posted. Another resource I would use is LinkedIn. there are many professionals from around the country that would let you know what is available in their areas, and maybe even open up some visitation or conversations for information. Ultimately you need to think about what you are most interested in and what will make you enjoy the path you are starting on.