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Working for OCME
Our Core Purpose
OCME protects public health and serves impartial justice through forensic science and medicine. Our core purpose is to provide answers in support of families and communities during times of profound need.
Our Core Values
The core values of CARES guide our work for communities and inform our behavior toward each other.
- Commitment: Dedicated to the mission at all times
- Accountability: Responsible to each other and the community
- Resilience: Adapt in the face of adversity
- Excellence: Achieve and maintain the highest quality
- Service: Innovate to meet evolving needs
Our People
The outstanding team at OCME includes Medical Examiners, Medicolegal Investigators, Forensic Scientists, Evidence and Property Control Specialists, Forensic Anthropologists, Emergency Management Professionals, Mortuary Technicians, IT Professionals, Procurement Analysts, Accountants, Administrative Support Staff, and other dedicated professionals.
Opportunities
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner provides many great opportunities to professionals who want to develop their career. You may learn more about our Forensic Pathology Fellows Program and Forensic Anthropology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program opportunities.
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