Fisheries Science Analyst

Lynker

Fisheries Science Analyst evaluating harvest and hatchery management strategies at Lynker. Supporting sustainable fisheries initiatives in the NMFS West Coast Region.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $58,240 - $99,840 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct ESA effects analyses for harvest and hatchery management frameworks
Perform trend analysis, risk assessment, and population evaluations
Prepare NEPA documents (EAs/EISs)
Evaluate alternative fishery management strategies
Coordinate with NMFS staff, general counsel, and co-managers
Support implementation of regional and international fisheries agreements, including the 2018-2027 US v Oregon Agreement and the 2019-2028 Pacific Salmon Treaty Agreement and successor agreements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience
Knowledge of the various laws pertaining to management of the fishing industry, including the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Knowledge of the Endangered Species Act regarding activities affecting Pacific salmon and steelhead, and their habitat.
Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act and experience in preparing NEPA analytical documents such as Categorical Exclusions (CEs)/Findings of No Significant Impact (FONSI’s), Environmental Assessments (EAs), Environmental Impact Statements (EISs)
Experience in preparing hatchery and fishery management analytical documents that articulate policy considerations and alternative approaches to addressing issues, supported by the best available science.
Experience conducting technical analyses and assessments for anadromous salmonids, particularly related to assessment of hatchery and harvest management actions on Pacific salmon and steelhead.
Technical writing experience completing analyses and concise reports addressing Pacific Northwest anadromous salmon and their habitat.
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals.
Ability to articulate biological and policy information on technical findings to both technical and nontechnical audiences in both oral and written word formats.
Ability to work independently and be solution oriented.
Experience performing ESA Section 7,10, or 4(d) consultations.
Knowledge of the fisheries management frameworks in the Pacific Northwest Region, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

ESA effects analysistrend analysisrisk assessmentpopulation evaluationNEPA documentsfishery management strategiestechnical analysishatchery managementenvironmental assessmentsenvironmental impact statements

Soft Skills

effective communicationarticulation of technical findingsindependent worksolution-oriented approach

Certifications

Bachelor's degree