Biologist Contractor Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.
 
As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Fisheries Biologist to to support NMFS West Coast Region in evaluating Hatchery and Genetic Management Plans (HGMPs).

These positions are anticipated to begin in September–October 2026, pending/contingent on contract award. Employment in this role is contingent upon FLOAT* being awarded the contract by NOAA.

This role supports ESA and NEPA evaluations of hatchery programs affecting ESA-listed salmon and steelhead.

* This position is advertised through our joint venture, FISH and Lynker Ocean Alliance Team (FLOAT), a partnership between Lynker and Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii (FISH) serving the NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 IDIQ contracting vehicle.

Duties of the Senior Fisheries Biologist will include the following:

• • Draft ESA effects evaluation and determination documents for HGMPs

  • Prepare NEPA Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements

  • Evaluate hatchery program impacts on ESA-listed species

  • Respond to internal, co-manager, and public comments

  • Collaborate with NMFS staff, tribes, and state agencies

  • Present technical findings and participetingsate in me

Deliverables: 

• • ESA documents

  • NEPA documents and response-to-comments packages

  • Technical analyses of hatchery impacts

  • Monthly progress reports and technical presentations

Place of Performance
Work will be performed primarily offsite with access to NOAA systems as required.

Travel
Twelve (12) single day trips, (one day per month) to Seattle or Lacey, WA NMFS office for technical collaboration and check-ins.

The Senior Fisheries Biologist selected should have the following:

• Master’s degree (MA/MS) AND at least five 5+ years of experience,
  OR

• Bachelor’s degree AND at least ten 10+ years of experience

• Minimum three (3) years of hatchery program experience

• Experience drafting ESA and NEPA documents

• Experience evaluating impacts to natural-origin fish populations

• Experience working with federal, tribal, and state co-managers

• Strong technical writing and communication ski

* This position is advertised through our joint venture, FISH and Lynker Ocean Alliance Team (FLOAT), a partnership between Lynker and Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii (FISH) serving the NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 IDIQ contracting vehicle.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned 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 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 an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.