Project Manager Post-Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence Technical Assistance, Quattrone Center for

Project Manager Post-Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence Technical Assistance, Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice, Remote Eligible

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Posted Job Title
Project Manager - Post-Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence Technical Assistance, Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice, Remote Eligible

Job Profile Title
Manager Research Project B

Job Description Summary
Responsible for creating web-based training in topics related to post-conviction DNA testing for grantees under the BJA Post-Conviction DNA Testing program. In addition, arrange for subject matter experts to work directly with grantees to identify testing protocols and interpret results for post-conviction DNA testing.

Job Description

Reporting to the Quattrone Center's Assistant Director, the Project Manager for the Post-Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence Technical Assistance will coordinate direct training and assistance to grantees under the BJA Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence program. The Program Manager will plan for interactive learning opportunities with participants to ask questions and present issues to experts in a variety of DNA-testing related areas including emerging issues with testing and validation technology. These interactive opportunities will be designed to address needs of new and experienced attorneys.

Grantees include innocence organizations and prosecutor's offices engaged in post-conviction investigation where DNA evidence can provide information as to the accuracy of a conviction. In addition, the Project Manager will connect individual grantees with relevant Subject Matter Experts to help them evaluate the potential for DNA testing on individual cases and guide grantees through testing selection and evaluation. The Program Manager would ensure the appropriate SME is connected to the Grantee based on the complexity of the case and the DNA testing needs. Areas of SME focus may include, but are not limited to, probabilistic genotyping, mixture analysis, forensic genetic genealogy, and general examination of evidence.

Specific responsibilities include:

Creating Web-based Training Programs

• Evaluating the needs of grantees for training and education on issues related to DNA testing including emerging technologies.
• Create bi-monthly web-based interactive programs on issues related to DNA testing to address the needs of grantees with varying subject matter experts with forensic testing experience.
• Coordinating presentations at stakeholder gatherings such as with the Innocence Network, National District Attorneys' Association, or Association of Prosecuting Attorneys.

Direct Assistance with Grantees

• Identify network of appropriate Subject Matter Experts to work with grantees directly; Subject Matter Experts should have over 10 years of experience performing DNA testing in a forensic laboratory setting and be familiar with emerging DNA testing protocols.
• Develop and carry out an evaluation of grantees to determine needs for direct assistance with Subject Matter Experts
• Connect grantees with Subject Matter Experts for individual case consultation.
• Follow up with grantees after a Subject Matter Expert consultation to evaluate the experience and determine if additional assistance is necessary.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 5-7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.Advanced degree (JD, Ph.D., MA/MS) in a qualitative data field (e.g., Sociology), physical science, biological science or forensic science preferred.* A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in forensics or criminal justice. The successful candidate will have significant experience in post-conviction practice either from a legal or forensic testing background. * Familiarity with and appreciation of the role and mission of the Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice and the Law School and its relationship to the University, as well as understanding of the criminal justice system; strong ability to articulate that role and interact comfortably with the broad range of individuals and constituency groups crucial to the advancement of the Law School and the Center;* Solid strategic and administrative skills and the ability to establish objectives, set performance standards, and organize and motivate staff, faculty, and volunteers to achieve goals in timely and cost-effective fashion;* Demonstrated ability to partner with government agencies and/or public organizations to produce training materials, conduct research or to implement change;* Strong written and oral communication skills with significant public-speaking experience.

Cover letter required with application materials.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Remote Eligible - This position is eligible for a fully remote schedule with all work performed remotely. (Note: Only salaried (i.e., exempt), non-temporary positions are eligible for remote work outside the tri-state area (Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.)


Department / School
Law School

Pay Range
$61,046.00 - $95,972.00
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

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Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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