Crime Scene Investigator
20AI EXPOSURE TODAY20
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST62%
NOT A FORECAST62%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Crime Scene Investigator
Crime scene investigators collect and study evidence from crime scenes. They use science and careful detective work to help police understand what happened and bring offenders to justice.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
This job holds up well against AI
AI exposure today is modest on our index (20), and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Crime Scene InvestigatorIn this entry-level position, you will assist senior investigators in the collection and analysis of evidence at crime scenes. You will learn the ropes of evidence handling and documentation while gaining practical experience in the field.£25,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Crime Scene InvestigatorAs a mid-level CSI, you will take on more complex cases and lead investigations. You will be responsible for training junior staff and ensuring that evidence is collected and processed according to legal standards.£32,000 - £40,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Crime Scene InvestigatorIn this senior role, you will oversee investigations, manage teams, and liaise with legal professionals. Your expertise will be critical in high-profile cases, and you will play a key role in shaping policies and procedures within your organisation.£45,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.