Medical Examiner Jobs in NJ

Find medical examiner and forensic investigator jobs in New Jersey. View Medicolegal Death Investigator, Forensic Scientist, and Medical Examiner positions

Category: Healthcare & Science

Medical examiners and forensic staff investigate deaths, perform autopsies, and provide expert testimony. These positions combine medical and legal expertise.

Typical Requirements

• Medical degree required for Medical Examiner positions
• Forensic pathology fellowship for full Medical Examiner
• Science degree for Forensic Scientist positions
• Medicolegal Investigator may require bachelor's degree

Career Progression

• Medicolegal Death Investigator
• → Forensic Scientist
• → Deputy Medical Examiner
• → Medical Examiner

About NJ Civil Service Employment

New Jersey civil service positions offer competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, pension enrollment through PERS or PFRS, and job security through merit-based employment protections. Most positions require passing a competitive examination to be placed on an eligibility list. Promotional opportunities allow advancement through clearly defined career ladders within each job family.

Positions may be available at state agencies, county governments, municipal governments, or school districts. Local government positions follow the same civil service rules as state positions and use the same job titles and specifications.

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