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Role Title: Forensic SME - Firearm & Toolmark Examination
Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
our partner is engaging Forensic SME - Firearm & Toolmark Examinations to contribute to a specialized project focused on evaluating and enhancing AI capabilities in forensic science. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. This opportunity involves reviewing and validating AI-generated responses to complex firearm and toolmark examination scenarios, directly influencing the accuracy of AI in forensic contexts.
Scope of Work
- Review AI model benchmark answers for 10 forensic firearm and toolmark examination test cases.
- Assess the accuracy and completeness of AI-generated responses related to microscopic comparative ballistics and toolmark identification.
- Evaluate firing pin and breech face impression analyses for adherence to forensic laboratory methodologies.
- Examine responses for correct interpretation of rifling characteristics and other ballistic evidence.
- Provide written and verbal feedback on strengths and areas for improvement in AI model outputs.
- Document recommendations to enhance AI systems based on forensic laboratory standards and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Extensive experience in forensic firearms analysis, toolmark identification, and ballistics casework.
- Hands-on background in microscopic comparison and interpretation of firing pin and breech face impressions.
- Demonstrated expertise applying forensic laboratory standards and protocols to real-world examinations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex forensic concepts clearly.
- Prior participation in laboratory or research projects involving comparative ballistics or toolmark analysis.
- Familiarity with current forensic technologies, instrumentation, and industry trends.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to scientific accuracy in forensic assessment and reporting.
This is a 100% remote contract role, open to applicants worldwide in the countries the employer accepts.
