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Article: Strategic human resource management in the forensic science laboratory.(Research and Technology)
- Article from:
- Forensic Science Communications
- Article date:
- October 1, 2003
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Introduction
Today's public forensic science laboratories should implement state-of-the-art human resource management methods. One reason is to improve the retention of laboratory personnel. High-staff turnover impedes reducing the backlog in DNA processing (Rondeaux 2003). To improve employee retention, laboratory managers can implement innovative human resource techniques, often without significant cost. This article discusses specific staffing challenges that can be addressed using practical human resource planning, recruiting, and retention strategies for forensic science personnel.
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