Forensic Entomologist
An Overview
Basic Understanding
Forensic entomology is application and study of insect and other arthropod biology to criminal matters. Primarily it focuses of death investigations, however, it may be used to determine the location of an incident or find the presence and for certain afflictions.
The 3 areas of F.E.
Medicolegal
Main branch, if T.O.D. cannot be determined insect larvae and decomp will assist.
Urban
Concerns itself with the infestation of spaces, private or personal, and devises action plan.
Stored Product
When insects contaminate food stocks of personal individuals or corporate food chains.
Info
- Bachelors degree in Biology.
- Employed full time.
- Avg. of $47,740 annually.
- Don't work directly with police.
Pros & Cons
Pros-
Good salary.
Full time position.
Justice.
Cons-
Tedious work.
Damning evidence is rare.
Dirty job.
Work never stops.