Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission
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Lab Technician/Biologist – Mobile Lab

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Salary: $ 48, 431 to $ 65,164
Location: Hagerman Genetics Lab, Hagerman, Idaho

Description

This position is considered flexible depending on needs at a level of a technician or biologist to support activities of the mobile lab and the genetics program in Hagerman. The Lab Technician/Biologist-Mobile Lab is a position that requires expertise with laboratory procedures and the ability to adapt protocols to field situations in a mobile lab. This will involve following modified protocols to generate genotypes for various fish species on an expedited timeline. The position will be located with the genetics group at the Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station in Hagerman, ID but will require travel for extensive periods of time to complete lab duties when the mobile lab is deployed. In offseason periods when the mobile lab is not deployed, duties will include a combination of genotyping duties, troubleshooting, protocol development, and assisting with planning for upcoming seasons. This position will be supervised by a Fisheries Geneticist who also works directly with the mobile lab during deployment and assists with coordination of activities, and the Lead Geneticist. The position will involve working in a team setting with various CRITFC staff including technicians, geneticists, and others. Efforts will focus on applying empirical genetics/genomics data to address questions related to conservation and recovery of steelhead, Chinook, sockeye, and coho salmon, sturgeon, lamprey, and other fishes of the Columbia River Basin.

Responsibilities

Specific duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Prepare sampling materials for collecting fish tissue samples in the field.
  • Extract DNA from fish tissues and prepare DNA libraries for genotyping.
  • Analyze genetic markers on specialized laboratory equipment.
  • Complete QA/QC protocols and data entry into spreadsheets and internal databases.
  • Assist with modifying and troubleshooting lab protocols for applications in a mobile lab.
  • Assist with planning and coordination of mobile lab activities.
  • Communicate effectively with project leaders and team members.
  • Participate in inter-agency workgroups, as necessary.
  • Other duties as assigned and as appropriate to CRITFC goals and purposes.
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Application Procedure



Online applications are preferred, however if circumstances prevent an applicant from completing an online application or require help with an electronic application, email jobs@critfc.org for assistance.



Hiring preference:
CRITFC implements a tribal preference policy and encourages citizens and descendants of our member tribes (Nez Perce, Umatilla, Warm Springs and Yakama) and other federally recognized tribes to apply.

CRITFC is committed to building a culturally inclusive community and a work environment that respects and inspires every person. Members of historically marginalized groups including women, people of color, those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those who have served in the military, and members of other underrepresented communities are invited to apply.

CRITFC will consider non-citizen applicants who are authorized to work in the U.S. If not authorized to work in the U.S., CRITFC will provide reasonable support and accommodations to the candidate in obtaining U.S. work authorization. With the exception of certain employer required costs, CRITFC will not pay for costs related to applicant’s legal representation, filings for work authorization or immigration, or other costs related to obtaining work authorization.

*Please note: the term “Commission” as used in this description refers to CRITFC’s governing body. CRITFC is a tribal organization that is wholly owned and governed by the Nez Perce Tribe, the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, The Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon, and the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation. As a tribal organization, CRITFC is subject to a unique blend of policies and laws.