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Job Description
Senior Biologist Cramer Fish Sciences - 4.0 Eugene, OR Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $100,000 a year 6 days ago Benefits Stock options Paid holidays Disability insurance 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Life insurance Qualifications Environmental surveys Statistics Biology research Content creation for technical audiences Research proposal writing Field studies Outdoor work Environmental project proposal writing Ecological sampling R Field surveys Scientific research papers Research project design Team development Environmental data interpretation Research project technical leadership Driver's License Remote sensing mapping analysis Proposal writing Environmental assessments Managing teams of scientists Environmental data analysis Team management Managing environmental project budgets GIS analysis Mentoring Project delivery management Wildlife habitats Managing projects Environmental field sampling Full Job Description Cramer Fish Sciences (CFS) is seeking a Senior Biologist to join our Portland Oregon team. This role will lead and manage scientific studies on salmonid ecology, fish habitat, and habitat restoration in the Eugene, Oregon area.
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Please submit your resume and cover letter at: https://fishsciences.isolvedhire.com/jobs/ ESSENTIAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage research projects focused on salmonid ecology, aquatic habitat, and watershed assessments. Coordinate field data collection and train and supervise field crews for multiple projects. Manage and analyze field and remote sensing data using GIS, R and other statistical packages. Work closely with interdisciplinary positions to develop project reports including technical, writing, graphics, data summaries, and interpretations. Manage projects including monitoring the scope of work, budget, and timelines as well as maintaining client relationships, attend client meetings, and distribute periodic project updates. Lead the development of project proposals, plans, objectives, tasks, and budgets for small to medium projects, supporting proposal development on larger projects. Attend and present at scientific meetings and assist in or lead the writing of scientific manuscripts for publication. Supervise and mentor Biologists and Technicians as needed by sharing expertise and guidance.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEXPERTISE
EducationExperience:
B.S. in fisheries, biology, or a related field + 7 years of successful and sustained performance focused on salmonids and PNW aquatic organisms or M.S. in a related discipline + 5 years of experience, or Ph.D. in a related discipline + 3 years of experience
Fisheries ScienceEcology Expertise:
Strong understanding of salmonid life history, habitat assessment methodologies, and aquatic ecosystem dynamics
Data AnalysisModeling:
Proficiency in R, GIS, and other statistical tools for managing and interpreting ecological datasets
Project Management Skills:
Proven ability to design, lead, and complete research projects, manage field teams, and coordinate deliverables within budget and time constraints
Technical WritingPublications:
Strong track record of authoring technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, and research proposals
Fieldwork Experience:
Hands-on experience with aquatic habitat surveys, fish sampling techniques, and environmental monitoring
LeadershipMentorship:
Ability to supervise, mentor, and develop junior scientists and field staff Valid Driver's License
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Comfortable working in aquatic environments, including from boats, wading, and swimming in rivers and lakes Ability to work safely in variable weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, fog, smoke) Ability to lift 30 pounds and perform physically demanding fieldwork Willingness to travel to remote locations for up to 5 days at a time Ability to work in an office setting for extended periods when conducting data analysis and report writing
CompensationBenefits :
$80,000 - $100,000 per year, depending upon experience. 401(k) has a 3% match and full vesting after one year. The annual cash bonus has a 3% target. The benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, basic life, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid company holidays, and other various voluntary benefits.
ESOP :
CFS is a 100% employee-owned company. Our employee stock option plan (ESOP) is a qualified defined contribution plan. Our target ESOP contribution is 5%. Eligibility is after one year of service with an entry date of Jan 1 or July 1.
About Cramer Fish Sciences :
We are a fisheries research consulting firm serving the Pacific States and Idaho. We are a growing, employee-owned company whose mission is to rigorously apply scientific methods to afford our clients innovative, robust solutions to address a variety of fisheries and environmental challenges. Our team achieves this through effective and unbiased data collection, insightful analysis and interpretation, clear communications, and publication of results in scientific journals.
Affirmative Action:
Cramer Fish Sciences is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
