Salaries vary from state to state; but with experience, forensic scientists may eventually earn annual salaries between $35,000 and $50,000. Forensic scientists employed by the government are typically able to work a 40-hour work week.
The Merit Promotion Plan is established to ensure a systematic means of selection for promotion based on merit in accordance with Title 5, United States Code, Section 2301, Merit Systems Principles (5 USC 2301) and Section 2302, Prohibited Personnel Practices (5 USC 2302).
U.S. Geological Survey Manual. Merit Promotion Plan. Specifically, it prescribes USGS merit promotion procedures for filling positions. Questions regarding the content of the Handbook may be directed to the USGS Bureau Human Resources Officer, Office of Human Resources, Mail Stop 601, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, Virginia 20192.