Conservation Geneticist — Lead Research & Strategy

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

You will serve as a Geneticist at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Warm Springs Fish Technology Center. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 5 nights per month.

You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. Major duties include leading conservation genetics research programs, directing genetic monitoring and laboratory operations, and communicating findings to advance

Responsibilities

• Leads Conservation Genetics Research Programs and Scientific Study Design.
• Directs Genetic Monitoring, Laboratory Operations, and Technical Leadership.
• Develops and Manages Conservation Genetics Projects, Partnerships, and Resources.
• Communicates Scientific Findings and Advances Conservation Genetics Practices.
• Provides Recommendations and Technical Guidance for Conservation Strategies.

Job description

You will serve as a Geneticist at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Warm Springs Fish Technology Center. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 5 nights per month.

You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. Major duties include leading conservation genetics research programs, directing genetic monitoring and laboratory operations, and communicating findings to advance