Fishery Biologist - Lynker Corporation

We are seeking a skilled Fishery Biologist to work in a consulting position with us at the Northeast Fisheries Science Center Sandy Hook Lab. The Fishery Biologist would be responsible for analyzing sequence data from non-model fish species in a population and conservation genomics context. In addition, the Fishery Biologist will assist with genome assembly and annotation, and transcriptomic (RNA-seq) analysis. We require approximately 300-400 hours of support.

Skills:
· Experience analyzing ddRAD data to explore conservation and population genetics questions in two or more fish populations
· Fluency inappropriate statistical approaches for estimating population size, generation time, mutation rate, Fst
· A publication record demonstrating expertise in this field
· Must be able to pass a security background check
· Experience with molecular laboratory work, including the optimization of species-specific genetic markers, collation of available genetic data, statistical analysis, and presentation of data to stakeholder groups.
· Experience with use of microsatellites, RADseq, RNAseq as well as physiology/ecotoxicology experiments in a population genetics context.
· Knowledge of fish phylogenetics.
· Experience with ecothe toxicology studies in wild fish, particularly where genetic, genomic, or transcriptomic data has been collected and analyzed.
· Knowledge and experience with the software necessary to perform network analysis, ontology and annotation, genome assembly, and differential expression analysis.
Other responsibilities
· Assist in the preparation of manuscripts, communicating findings in multiple formats (reports, ppt presentations, manuscripts)
· Report findings to internal and external funders
· Assist in grant writing for additional opportunities, contribute to experimental design for future studies
· Work closely with industry partners that supply sequence data
· Assists in communicating –omics findings to non-specialists and Client people

Deliverables
· Modeling, statistical analysis, annotation, and assemblies of DNA and RNA data
· Creation of publication quality figures from the data
· Weekly meetings with colleagues for updates
· Project timeline is 1 year with funding for approximately 300 – 400 hours of work total over the year. There exists a possibility for additional funding.
 

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.