Fisheries Biologist 2 – eDNA Research Postdoc

PSMFC; Seattle (WA); In loco; USD 69.000 - 109.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is recruiting a Fisheries Biologist 2, Postdoctoral Researcher to work with USGS on green crab eDNA research in Seattle, WA. This full-time position focuses on developing eDNA methods, occupancy modeling, and integration with field data for early detection of invasive green crabs.

The role spans 2 years with a 40-hour work week, with start date Jan 4, 2027. Candidates should have a PhD and strong modeling, data analysis, and communication skills for

Competenze

• PhD in a relevant field preferred; advanced research experience required.
• Experience with occupancy models and integrating ecological data with molecular data streams.
• Strong skills in R and statistical modeling, data visualization, and communication.

Mansioni

• Work with USGS PI on study design and oversight.
• Plan and execute field sampling along Washington coast and Hood Canal.
• Analyze eDNA data using occupancy modeling and related analyses.
• Communicate findings via publications, reports, and stakeholder briefings.
• Maintain rigorous data management and documentation; assist in lab work as needed.

Conoscenze

Collaboration with multi‑agency teams

Communicating with non‑specialist Aud

Field sampling

Driving ability

Formazione

PhD in molecular biology, fisheries, wildlife, or marine ecology or related field

Strumenti

R for statistical modeling

qPCR / environmental metabarcoding

GIS

GPS

Topographic software

Database software

Statistical analysis software

Descrizione del lavoro

The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is recruiting a Fisheries Biologist 2, Postdoctoral Researcher to work with USGS on green crab eDNA research in Seattle, WA. This full-time position focuses on developing eDNA methods, occupancy modeling, and integration with field data for early detection of invasive green crabs.

The role spans 2 years with a 40-hour work week, with start date Jan 4, 2027. Candidates should have a PhD and strong modeling, data analysis, and communication skills for