Fishery Biologist 3 (Laboratory Supervisor - PCN 115038)

State of Alaska • Anchorage, AK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as the Laboratory Supervisor for the ADF&G Gene Conservation Laboratory (GCL), overseeing and coordinating laboratory work for genetic projects statewide. The Laboratory Supervisor’s responsibilities include designing, tracking, and troubleshooting lab workflows; designing and implementing quality control measures; uploading data and querying the lab’s database; supervising several technicians and biologists conducting genetic lab work; and working with project leaders to meet project objectives and timelines. This position may also conduct genetic lab work and associated quality control analyses, perform basic statistical analyses on genetic data, and create written summaries of lab methods and results for protocols, reports, and other publications. This position helps fulfill the mission of ADF&G to protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of the state, and manage their use and development in the best interest of the economy and well-being of the people of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, by producing high quality, relevant genetic data that supports the management of biologically, commercially, and culturally important fish, invertebrate, wildlife, and aquatic plant species in Alaska. The GCL is respected and recognized nationally, internationally, and by the public as a premier laboratory in the application of genetic principles and tools for management of natural resources. The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount, and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

Requirements

• Knowledge and experience working in a professional laboratory with established protocols and quality control measures.
• Experience with supervising multiple staff, including training, assigning tasks, reviewing work products, coaching performance, and writing evaluations.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities, as well as coordinate and manage multiple ongoing projects.
• Experience managing laboratory supply inventories, ordering, and interacting with vendors.
• Knowledge and experience using the Microsoft 365/Office Suite, Quartzy, R/RStudio, Linux/Unix, genetic analysis software, and a LIMS (lab information management system) database.
• Knowledge and experience using lab equipment, such as manual and electronic pipettes, centrifuges, liquid-handling robots, thermocyclers, and DNA visualization, genotyping, and sequencing instrumentation.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, fisheries science, or natural resource management; AND One year of full performance professional experience as a biologist or fish culturist.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• First Aid/CPR certification (training will be provided if not already certified).

Nice To Haves

• Possession of, or access to, firearms/ammunition.

Responsibilities

• Designing, tracking, and troubleshooting lab workflows
• Designing and implementing quality control measures
• Uploading data and querying the lab’s database
• Supervising several technicians and biologists conducting genetic lab work
• Working with project leaders to meet project objectives and timelines
• Conducting genetic lab work and associated quality control analyses
• Performing basic statistical analyses on genetic data
• Creating written summaries of lab methods and results for protocols, reports, and other publications

Benefits

• The GCL is a dedicated, close-knit team of professional research staff that includes geneticists, biologists, technicians, programmers, and a biometrician.
• GCL staff take pride in providing quality genetic data and advice to ADF&G staff, policy makers, and stakeholders to best manage Alaska’s natural resources.
• We value teamwork, collaboration, communication, flexibility, and creativity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level