Lynker Technologies
Senior Fisheries Biologist
US-WA-Seattle
Job ID: 2026-1544
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
NOAA - Montlake Blvd Sea WA
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
Duties of the Senior Fisheries Biologist will include the following:
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
