Provide scientific consultation on measurable objectives and response metrics for recovery of native salmon, steelhead, trout, ecosystems, and communities
Identify and evaluate habitat and ecosystem enhancement efforts, emphasizing floodplains, estuaries, and meadows
Design and conduct field monitoring using established protocols, including instream flow, water temperature, geomorphology, habitat assessments, and fish and macroinvertebrate sampling
Co-develop monitoring approaches with partners where appropriate
Manage, QA/QC, analyze, and visualize ecological and hydrologic datasets
Conduct quantitative analyses to support scientific research and planning
Review and comment on scientific content and merit of proposed projects, environmental impact assessments, and regulatory actions, including FERC relicensing, CEQA/NEPA, water rights, and instream flow proceedings
Conduct literature reviews, interviews, and field data collection related to fish and aquatic ecosystem conservation and restoration
Incorporate Traditional Ecological Knowledge when appropriate
Draft and submit grant and fundraising proposals for science-based restoration and planning projects
Represent Trout Unlimited in collaborative science forums, technical advisory groups, confidential settlement discussions, and public planning forums
Author and co-author science-based documents related to research, planning, restoration, and monitoring
Prepare and deliver oral presentations to community audiences and decision-makers
Conduct outreach to local, state, and federal decision-makers
Build reciprocal relationships with Tribes and community-based organizations
Mentor science interns, graduate students, and emerging scientists
Collaborate with Trout Unlimited’s California Science Director and science, policy, communications, and field staff, plus external partners
Requirements
PhD or Master’s Degree and at least five (5) years of experience in salmonid ecology, fish biology, aquatic ecology, or another closely related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and lived or professional experience
Experience developing, funding, and advancing on-the-ground scientific research projects and/or science-based restoration projects
Strong analytical skills
Ability to develop and apply conceptual frameworks to large and diverse datasets
Proficiency with statistical software and GIS
Demonstrated field skills in aquatic and fisheries monitoring and data collection
Demonstrated commitment to working across difference
Ability to work respectfully and effectively with people across cultures, identities, and lived experiences
Experience or genuine interest in partnering with Tribes, frontline communities, and community-based organizations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including communicating science to non-technical and community audiences
Strong public speaking and writing skills
Strong initiative and self-management
Creative and strategic thinking skillsWillingness to travel occasionally as necessitated by projects
Familiarity with California’s watersheds and water management system a plus
Familiarity with the regulatory structure surrounding rivers and fish a plus
Proficiency in Spanish or another language spoken in California’s watershed communities a plus
Ability to work in field conditions involving hiking over uneven terrain, wading in cold or swift water, and variable weather conditions
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in salmonid ecology, fish biology, and aquatic ecology, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in statistical software and GIS. Capable of conducting field monitoring, managing ecological datasets, and effectively communicating scientific findings to diverse audiences.
Highest-signal resume keywords
PhD Or Master’s Degree In Salmonid Ecology
Field Skills In Aquatic And Fisheries Monitoring
Proficiency With Statistical Software And GIS
Experience Developing Science-Based Restoration Projects
Strong Public Speaking And Writing Skills
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
Aquatic Ecology
Fish Biology
Salmonid Ecology
Field Monitoring
Data Collection
Quantitative Analysis
Habitat Assessment
Statistical Software
GIS
Environmental Impact Assessment
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Creative Thinking
Strategic Thinking
Self-Management
Industry Keywords
Ecological Datasets
Traditional Ecological Knowledge
Collaborative Science Forums
California Watersheds
Regulatory Structure Surrounding Rivers
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