Senior Fisheries Biologist

ICF • West Sacramento, CA

18d • $73,770 - $125,408 • Onsite

About The Position

ICF is seeking a senior fisheries biologist to support their growing acoustic telemetry services as part of the Fish and Aquatic Science and Technology (FAST) Team. This role involves conducting studies, analyzing data, developing proposals, and managing budgets for research and technical projects. The position will primarily focus on the San Francisco Estuary, the west coast, and potentially national and international opportunities. Key responsibilities include leading complex studies, assisting with business development for applied research, monitoring, and habitat restoration in the Delta, and interpreting biological information. The role may also involve assisting with regulatory documents and training junior staff on field and laboratory techniques.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in fisheries biology or equivalent science related field, or a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years conducting field research in fish and aquatic science

Nice To Haves

• Experience with acoustic telemetry and other research and monitoring techniques
• Recognized as an expert in the field, with strong leadership skills, with ability to motivate and guide staff towards success
• Ability to identify and capitalize on emerging fish and aquatic science issues in the San Francisco Estuary
• 10+ years conducting field research in fish and aquatic science
• 5+ years experience operating motor boats
• Team leadership skills: Set high personal performance and quality standards and work collaboratively in a team environment to resolve problems; view all team members as critical and treating team members with respect and professionalism; ability to collaborate and leverage team member strengths; mentor/develop junior team members
• Positive energy as evidenced in an optimistic outlook, a sense of humor, and a disposition to encourage. Individual should be affable and someone that people generally want to be around.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership with data collection and problem solving for various acoustic telemetry projects and other studies
• Work closely with Senior Scientists and follow directions provided by Project Managers to conduct field work and develop project reports, including graphs and data summaries
• Collaborate on applied research that results in peer-reviewed publications
• Assist on regulatory projects/documents as needed
• Maintain acoustic telemetry arrays
• Serve as boat operator and/or crew on work boats

Benefits

• ICF is an equal opportunity employer.
• Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

What This Job Offers

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