Sportfish Research Biologist 2

Game and Fish Department; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Game and Fish Department in Phoenix is seeking a Sportfish Research Biologist 2 to lead statewide sport fish research, supervise technicians, and translate findings into management recommendations. The role blends fieldwork in remote environments with data analysis and publication preparation.

The successful candidate will apply knowledge of fish biology, life history, and monitoring techniques, conduct statistical analyses, and contribute to public outreach efforts while maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in wildlife/fisheries or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Three years professional experience in fisheries and/or wildlife research/management.
• Knowledge of fish biology, life history, capture and monitoring techniques, statistics, and experimental design.
• Skilled in data analysis tools, preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, and fish handling/tagging.
• Ability to work in harsh, remote environments for extended periods and traverse uneven terrain.
• Valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statewide sport fish research projects and provide scientific information to support fish and wildlife resource management.
• Supervise research technicians and interns.
• Prepare and publish scientific information, analyze data, maintain equipment, and engage in public outreach and fieldwork in remote environments.

Skills

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Fieldwork

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in wildlife/fisheries or closely related field

Job description

This Sportfish Research Biologist 2 position is an aquatic research role within the Arizona Game and Fish Department's Research Branch in Phoenix. The biologist will conduct statewide research projects focused on sport fish management, supervise research technicians and interns, and provide scientific information to support fish and wildlife resource management. The role involves data analysis, preparation of scientific publications, equipment maintenance, public outreach, and fieldwork in remote environments.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in wildlife/fisheries or closely related field from an accredited college or university
• Three years professional experience in fisheries and/or wildlife research/management
• Knowledge of fish biology, life history, capture and monitoring techniques, statistics, and experimental design
• Skilled in data analysis tools, preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, and fish handling/tagging
• Ability to work in harsh, remote environments for extended periods and traverse uneven terrain
• Valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment