Senior Algae Taxonomist

EcoAnalysts, Inc. seeks to hire a Senior Algae Taxonomist with supervisory experience who wants to be part of a successful team of aquatic scientists. Preference will be given to those who demonstrate experience and knowledge of both diatom and soft algae samples with associated production laboratory experience. We are looking for a team leader capable of directing subordinates both in person and remotely with a focus on meeting deadlines as a team. Additional duties include identification of samples in a production laboratory environment and data summarization for reporting to clients as well as any related laboratory needs.

Minimum Qualifications

  • The major responsibility of the Senior Algae Taxonomist is the identification of algae samples in a production lab setting; therefore, demonstrated experience with algae taxonomy is required.

  • Minimum one year supervisory experience in a lab setting strongly preferred.

  • Knowledge of appropriate sample handling and preparation techniques is required.

  • Proficient reading and writing skills and the ability to follow protocols. Experience using literature to make ID’s.

  • Effective communication skills both verbal and in writing.

  • Experience with North American algae taxa from a variety of habitats.

  • Accuracy and speed are imperative due to fixed project budgets.

  • Excellent work ethic, ability to meet deadlines and ability to work well in small groups and independently.

  • Minimum education requirement is an MS in a related scientific field, but preference will be given to PhD

    education levels.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

  • Preference will also be given to applicants with at least five years of identification experience in a production

    taxonomy setting.

About EcoAnalysts

Our mission, or our primary purpose, at EcoAnalysts is to help our clients make highly informed decisions.

EcoAnalysts, Inc. is an ecological consulting firm established in 1995 with the purpose of helping our clients make highly informed decisions around ecological conditions. Owned and operated by aquatic ecologists, EcoAnalysts brings high ecological expertise to our clients. We provide ecological field sampling, laboratory, and consulting services to a variety of Federal and state agencies, municipalities, tribes, consulting/engineering firms, and various industrial clients, such as power, mining, manufacturing, transport, etc. EcoAnalysts has conducted ecological work in every state and Canadian province. We are a small business by federal contracting standards ($16.5mm), we employ a range of 60-75 people, and we have physical offices in Idaho, Missouri, Florida and Washington state.

Employee Benefits

  • We provide reimbursement toward qualifying health insurance through an ICHRA

  • Paid Time Off and Holidays

  • Employee SIMPLE retirement plan with immediate vesting and company match

Location:          Moscow, Idaho (relocation assistance negotiable)
Starting Pay:    Depends on experience
Start Date:        When filled

Please follow these steps to apply:
1. Complete the Employment Application
2. Email a cover letter, resume, and references to: hr@ecoanalysts.com

EcoAnalysts, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.