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FBI VISITING SCIENTIST PROGRAM

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Visiting Scientist Program

The Visiting Scientist Program gives applicants the chance to work within the FBI Laboratory, one of the largest and most comprehensive crime labs in the world. Since 1982, the Laboratory’s Research Unit has welcomed college students, postgraduates and faculty and given them a unique work experience. Program participants perform research in areas of interest unique to law enforcement and national security under the guidance of leading forensic scientists. To learn more, click here.

Applicants must meet the following criteria at the time they apply: Only individuals possessing strong academic credentials, outstanding character and a high degree of motivation will be selected for the Visiting Scientist Program.

  • Must be attending a college or university that is accredited by one of the regional or national institutional associations recognized by the United States Secretary of Education.
  • Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale and be in good standing with his or her undergraduate or graduate degree program.
  • Postgraduate applicants still pursuing their degree must be on track to complete their degree prior to the starting date; postgraduate applicants with degrees must have received their degree within five years of the desired starting date.
  • Faculty applicants must be full-time, permanent faculty members at an accredited U.S. college or university.
  • All candidates must be citizens of the United States.
Employment Requirements

Applicants must meet all FBI Employment Requirements, pass an FBI Background Investigation and receive a Top Secret Clearance.

There are specific elements that will automatically disqualify job candidates for employment with the FBI.  For detailed Employment Eligibility and Employment disqualifiers, click here.

Selection Process

Participants are selected based on academic records, recommendations, applied research interests and compatibility of background with applied research programs and projects at the Research Unit. Selection is also dependent upon availability of funds, staff programs and equipment. Final selection of participants is made by the Research Unit.

How to Apply

The FBI Visiting Scientist Program is an FBI-sponsored educational program in partnership with Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) and is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE).

Qualified applicants must apply directly to ORISE.  For ORISE application information and materials visit: https://www.zintellect.com/Catalog  and use the key word FBI.