Geneticist

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

Open: September 8, 2026 — Closes: September 22, 2026

Summary

You will serve as a Geneticist 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

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: 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.