Coldwater Fisheries Research Lead

State of North Carolina - North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission; North Carolina; On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Conservation Biologist II (NS) to coordinate coldwater fisheries research in the Inland Fisheries Division. Based in the western part of North Carolina, you will design surveys, analyze data, and liaise with state and federal partners.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in wildlife or fisheries and three years of relevant experience, with strong communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or a related biological field.
• Three years of experience in wildlife or fisheries management or an equivalent combination.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work with diverse partners.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and conduct fisheries research and surveys in NC coldwater systems.
• Serve as liaison between the Commission, agencies, tribes, universities, and private groups.
• Provide technical guidance and transfer information to partners and staff.
• Travel statewide and supervise technicians or interns as needed.

Skills

Fisheries research

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife/fisheries

Tools

Field & lab equipment

Job description

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Conservation Biologist II (NS) to coordinate coldwater fisheries research in the Inland Fisheries Division. Based in the western part of North Carolina, you will design surveys, analyze data, and liaise with state and federal partners.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in wildlife or fisheries and three years of relevant experience, with strong communication and leadership abilities.