Criminologist

usgb/ˌkrɪmɪˈnɑːlədʒɪst/
noun

A person who studies crime and criminal behavior.

As a criminologist, her job involves studying the psychological factors that lead individuals to commit crimes.
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Academic

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Academic Field

Criminologist is used in the context of academic study or professional work related to the analysis of criminal behavior.

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She attended a conference for criminologists.
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Crime Analysis

Understanding 'criminologist' entails knowing they look for patterns and causes behind crimes to prevent them.

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The criminologist presented a profile of the potential suspect.
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Not Law Enforcement

Criminologists are not police officers; they study crime scientifically, often in universities or research institutions.

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He's a criminologist, not a detective.
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