Senior Fish Health Microbiologist & Lab Lead

Texas A&M International; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in San Marcos, TX seeks a Microbiologist V (Fish Health Specialist) to plan and perform advanced microbiology analyses, lead laboratory operations, and serve as a subject matter expert on fish pathogens.

Requires a Bachelor's in biology/microbiology, one year of fish health or microbiology experience, and a valid Texas driver's license; opportunities to collaborate with stakeholders and support statewide biosecurity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, virology, or closely related Biological science.
• One year of experience working in fish health, microbiology, virology or fisheries science.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid class 'C' Texas driver's license within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement advanced microbiology analyses for Inland Fisheries.
• Lead laboratory operations and act as SME for fish health pathogens.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and advisory groups on wildlife and fisheries issues.
• Possibly supervise other staff and work with TPWD at various government levels.

Skills

Microbiology

Fish health

Invasive species

Diagnostic techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/microbiology/virology

Master's degree in biological science (preferred)

Tools

Microscopy

eDNA

Job description

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in San Marcos, TX seeks a Microbiologist V (Fish Health Specialist) to plan and perform advanced microbiology analyses, lead laboratory operations, and serve as a subject matter expert on fish pathogens.

Requires a Bachelor's in biology/microbiology, one year of fish health or microbiology experience, and a valid Texas driver's license; opportunities to collaborate with stakeholders and support statewide biosecurity initiatives.