ICF · 1 day ago
Senior Biologist
Richmond, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$89K/yr - $152K/yr
8+ years expICF is a global advisory and technology services provider dedicated to making a positive impact for clients and communities. The Senior Biologist will lead research and monitoring projects focusing on California's aquatic ecosystems, ensuring regulatory compliance and advancing water resource management.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Lead research and monitoring projects in California’s freshwater and estuarine ecosystems, focusing on the Delta and San Francisco Estuary
Operate and maintain water-quality and fish-monitoring instruments, including boats ranging from 15’ to 25’
Handle all aspects of small boat operations, including trailering boats to marinas and service locations
Provide expert identification of special-status fish species and lower trophic organisms using light microscopy
Prepare technical memoranda and scientific reports summarizing identification results and findings
Ensure regulatory compliance, contributing to Federal and State ESA, CEQA, and NEPA documentation
Advance water resource management by conducting applied research and integrating policy recommendations into decision-making
Manage projects, delegate tasks to team members, and coordinate with other subject matter experts
Analyze data and apply statistical methods to support scientific conclusions
Participate in proposal development, project implementation, and manuscript submission for scientific investigations
Expect several hours of microscope work daily, weekly, or monthly, as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or a related field plus 10 years of relevant professional experience, OR
Master's degree in aquatic biology plus 8 years of hands-on experience with fish and plankton fieldwork and laboratory analysis
Valid California Boating ID card and experience operating small boats (MOCC certification)
Must have valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicles Records (MVR) check
Preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Proven project management expertise
Strong written communication and scientific writing skills
Willingness to work extended hours on boats, sometimes in challenging conditions
Experience with water quality instrumentation and calibration
Ability to swim 50 yards in cold water
Company
ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology services provider focused on making big things possible for our clients.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$59MKey Investors
New York State Department of TransportationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-02-13Grant· $29M
2021-03-15Grant· $30M
2006-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
John Wasson
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
James Morgan
Chief Operating Officer and EVP
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