Fisheries Science Analyst
About The Position
Lynker Corporation is seeking a Fisheries Science Analyst to support NMFS West Coast Region Sustainable Fisheries Division (SFD) in evaluating harvest and hatchery management strategies. This role involves supporting ESA and NEPA evaluations of harvest management frameworks and major intergovernmental fisheries agreements. The position is anticipated to begin in September–October 2026, pending contract award to FLOAT (FISH and Lynker Ocean Alliance Team), a joint venture between Lynker and Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii (FISH) serving the NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 IDIQ contracting vehicle. Lynker is an employee-owned business specializing in professional, scientific, and technical services, focusing on scientific expertise and results-driven processes in various fields including hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement. The company offers a team-oriented work environment and a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of the various laws pertaining to management of the fishing industry, including the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act.
- Knowledge of the Endangered Species Act regarding activities affecting Pacific salmon and steelhead, and their habitat.
- Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act and experience in preparing NEPA analytical documents such as Categorical Exclusions (CEs)/Findings of No Significant Impact (FONSI’s), Environmental Assessments (EAs), Environmental Impact Statements (EISs)
- Experience in preparing hatchery and fishery management analytical documents that articulate policy considerations and alternative approaches to addressing issues, supported by the best available science.
- Experience conducting technical analyses and assessments for anadromous salmonids, particularly related to assessment of hatchery and harvest management actions on Pacific salmon and steelhead.
- Technical writing experience completing analyses and concise reports addressing Pacific Northwest anadromous salmon and their habitat.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals.
- Ability to articulate biological and policy information on technical findings to both technical and nontechnical audiences in both oral and written word formats.
- Ability to work independently and be solution oriented.
- Experience performing ESA Section 7,10, or 4(d) consultations.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the fisheries management frameworks in the Pacific Northwest Region
Responsibilities
- Conduct ESA effects analyses for harvest and hatchery management frameworks
- Perform trend analysis, risk assessment, and population evaluations
- Prepare NEPA documents (EAs/EISs)
- Evaluate alternative fishery management strategies
- Coordinate with NMFS staff, general counsel, and co-managers
- Support implementation of regional and international fisheries agreements, including the 2018-2027 US v Oregon Agreement and the 2019-2028 Pacific Salmon Treaty Agreement and successor agreements
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
- Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
- Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
- Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
- Employee Referral Program
- Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
- Personalized career growth plans for every employee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
