Luzern

Forensic Technician (a)

04 September 2026
100%
Permanent position
German (Intermediate)
Klosterstrasse 31, 6002 Luzern

About the job

Forensic Technician (a)

100% | Lucerne | from 01.12.2026 or by arrangement

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The areas of responsibility at the Forensic Technical Service (KTD) mainly lie in the provision of physical evidence. This is becoming increasingly important. The aim of the KTD work is, in cooperation with case handlers of criminal cases, to identify suspects, provide proof of the offence and clarify the course of events with physical evidence. To do this, KTD staff secure traces of all kinds using current methods and modern equipment. The KTD is also responsible for identification service tasks. The broad field of activity in the context of crime scene work and specialised tasks in the evaluation work in the laboratories make the profession very interesting. Precise, independent and responsible work are important prerequisites.

Your tasks

Securing traces at scenes and in laboratories
Independent forensic processing of incidents and offences
Trace evaluation and reporting
Close cooperation with:

- investigating specialists

- the Institute of Forensic Medicine

- the Forensic Institute Zurich

- the Public Prosecutor's Office

- external experts and specialist offices

Your profile

Police training with corresponding several years of professional experience, preferably in the investigative environment, and/or completion of forensic higher education (preferably Master of Science University of Lausanne)
Very good IT user skills
Interest in natural sciences, technology and photography
Analytical, networked thinking and quick comprehension
Service-oriented understanding of tasks and quality awareness
Confident German language skills, spoken and written
Enjoyment of independent work as well as teamwork
Initiative and resilience
Willingness for specialised further training

What you can look forward to

Our fields of activity are as diverse as we are.
Environment, infrastructure, finance, security, health, education and much more - together we shape the canton of Lucerne.

With us you will get ahead.
We offer attractive and exciting career and development opportunities - both in leadership and for specialists.

We work flexibly and smartly.
Mobile-flexible working is highly valued here. More than half of our employees work part-time and realise their professional goals in harmony with their private commitments.

You benefit with us.
Attractive further training offers, discount platforms for employees, mobile and internet offers, Next Bike, fleet discounts, and other benefits.

All our benefits at a glance

Your employer

Working for the Canton of Lucerne means shaping the future - that of the canton, its residents and not least your own. More than 7,000 employees in 200 different professions contribute daily to the excellent quality of life in our canton.

Every day and around the clock, the Lucerne Police is committed to safety in the canton. Fast, competent and helpful, it makes an important contribution to ensuring that the people of Lucerne feel safe.

The "a" in the job title stands for "all". The canton of Lucerne stands for diversity and variety.