Senior Biologist & Science Policy Liaison (Federal)

Cherokee Federal; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 38,641 - 55,035; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

A federal contractor is seeking a Biologist (Researcher V) based in Gainesville, FL. In this role, you will support science and workforce initiatives, manage deliverables, and ensure quality compliance. The ideal candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Biology and expertise in wetland ecology. Strong communication skills and familiarity with federal systems are important. This position requires some travel and is full-time with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401K. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biology preferred with advanced expertise in wetland ecology and coastal sampling techniques.
• Demonstrated independent work capability and strategic scientific recommendations.
• Strong communication skills for preparing leadership briefs.

Responsibilities

• Support federal Science Plan and workforce alignment.
• Deliver quality reports with adherence to timelines.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement and facilitate scheduling.

Skills

Wetland ecology

Statistical methods

Written communication

Oral communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Ph.D. in Biology

Tools

C2G

IPDS

BASIS+

Job description

A federal contractor is seeking a Biologist (Researcher V) based in Gainesville, FL. In this role, you will support science and workforce initiatives, manage deliverables, and ensure quality compliance. The ideal candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Biology and expertise in wetland ecology. Strong communication skills and familiarity with federal systems are important. This position requires some travel and is full-time with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401K. Veterans are encouraged to apply.