"Oh, it's like CSI..."

Table
Preface
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Chapter One. Introduction
Introduction to the Problem
Background of the Study
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Research Question
Significance of the Study
Definition of Terms
Assumptions and Limitations
Nature of the Study
Theoretical/Conceptual Framework
Previous Methodologies Used to Measure Job Satisfaction
Theory Guiding the Study
Organization of the Remainder of the Study
Chapter Two. Literature Review
Introduction
Relevant Literature
Overview of Stress in Law Enforcement
Overview of Job Satisfaction in Law Enforcement
Forensic Science and Forensic Scientists
Job Satisfaction and Forensic Personnel
The Current Study
Summary
Chapter Three. Methodology
Introduction
Theoretical Framework
Research Design
Sample Design
Measures
Field Testing
Data Collection Procedures
Data Analysis Procedures
Limitations of Methodology and Strategies for Minimizing Impact
Credibility
Transferability
Expected Findings
Ethical Issues
Conclusion
Chapter Four. Data Collection and Analysis
Introduction
The Researcher
Participantsâ Demographics
Interview Guide Questions
Participantsâ Profiles
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Data Clustering and Thematizing
Research Findings
Theme One: Comparison to Forensics on TV
Theme Two: Unrealistic Expectations From Others
Theme Three: CSI Effect Hinders Job
Theme Four: Job is Satisfying
Theme Five: Work Affects Lives of Others
Major Findings
The Research Question
Goals of the Interview Questions
Summary
Chapter Five. Results, Conclusions, and Recommendations
Introduction
The Research Question
Summary of the Theoretical Perspective
Summary of Results
Conclusions as Related to the Literature
Limitations of the Study
Significance of the Study
Implications and Future Recommendations
Future Recommendations
References
Index
About the Authors