What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fisheries Biologist / Laboratory Technician – Field & Laboratory Support position at Lynker?
Lynker Corporation is seeking to hire two (2) Fisheries Biologists to support a contract with NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Alaska Fisheries Science Center (AFSC), Integrated Ecosystem Research Program (IERP). This is a full-time position based in Juneau, AK, with field work to be conducted in Alaska marine environments. The positions are anticipated to begin on September 30, 2026. Hiring for this position will be contingent on contract award. Lynker will be operating under its FLOAT joint venture, a NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 prime contract holder.*
AFSC conducts fisheries oceanographic research to understand how environmental variability affects commercially important species such as salmon, groundfish, and crab. This position will support both laboratory-based sample processing and participation in field surveys. Tasks will involve sample processing of crab, fish, and zooplankton including sample collection, inventories, laboratory analyses, and data entry.
Tasks
Work will be performed on-site at the AFSC Auke Bay Laboratories in Juneau, AK, with travel to support field surveys and sampling.
Travel
Travel is required to support research surveys and field activities in Alaska.
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
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.
AFSC conducts fisheries oceanographic research to understand how environmental variability affects commercially important species such as salmon, groundfish, and crab. This position will support both laboratory-based sample processing and participation in field surveys. Tasks will involve sample processing of crab, fish, and zooplankton including sample collection, inventories, laboratory analyses, and data entry.
Tasks
- Inventory biological samples arriving at the laboratory
- Measure length and weight of organisms
- Remove otoliths and collect tissue samples (e.g., genetics, isotopes)
- Remove stomachs and tissues for diet and energetic analyses
- Homogenize samples for laboratory processing
- Prepare samples for lipid and isotope analysis
- Analyze fish with PARR Instrument Company semi-microbomb calorimeter for energy density
- Participate in research surveys aboard vessels
- Assist with biological and oceanographic sampling, including CTD operations
- Record and enter laboratory and field data
- Perform quality control checks on collected data
- Processed biological samples and associated data files
- Laboratory data files and documentation
- Field sampling support during surveys
- Monthly progress reports summarizing work performed, issues encountered, and recommendations
- Bachelor’s degree or coursework in fisheries, marine biology, oceanography, or related field
- 0-3 years of relevant laboratory and/or field experience
- Ability to follow established laboratory and field protocols
- Strong organizational and data management skills
Work will be performed on-site at the AFSC Auke Bay Laboratories in Juneau, AK, with travel to support field surveys and sampling.
Travel
Travel is required to support research surveys and field activities in Alaska.
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 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.
- 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.