Location: Houston, TX
Company: Swca Environmental Consultants
SWCA's purpose is to preserve natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today, and our bat biology program is a critical component of fulfilling that purpose. Our team performs several types of bat surveys throughout the country with work in many market sectors.
This position is for a leadership role, managing bat acoustic and other biological survey work in the Houston, Texas area. You will oversee crew deployment during the field season and assist with providing strategic development of the program. If you're proud of your bat survey experience and are looking to take the next step up in your career, this is your opportunity! Our Bat Biologist
role is your chance to establish yourself in a firm with a national footprint and to accelerate your career growth. This is a regular status (with benefits), full time position.
Candidates local to the Houston, Texas area, with familiarity with SE USA fauna are strongly preferred. This position can be Hybrid. Project Biologist-Bats= 7 years of related experience and expertise: $72,072-$92.820 per year Associate Project Biologist-Bats = 5 years of related experience and expertise: $31.50-40.02 hour / $65,520-$84,084 per year Assistant Project Biologist-Bats= 3 years of related experience and expertise: $27.56-$35.95/ hour What you will accomplish Oversee field survey crew deployment for
bat survey projects throughout Texas and potentially neighboring states.
Develop and implement processes to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent execution of bat surveys for our client, including bat acoustic data collection. Conduct surveys and field data collection, processing, and analysis, primarily for bats, but occasionally for other wildlife natural resources. Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS units, and other maps and tools to determine exact locations of project areas, habitat types, and associated landforms. Drive 4WD vehicles in rugged terrain. Conduct habitat backssments and site characterization studies. Prepare reports and study plans describing survey methodologies and results.
Assist with Endangered Species Act compliance coordination. Experience and qualifications for success Minimum of B. A. or B. S. in Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field Minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated field experience with bat species, including study design and bat acoustic data collection, processing, and analysiinteractionperience leading multiple field survey crews Hold current USFWS permits for bat work or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire Documentation of current rabies vaccination or willing to obtain.
Preferred Qualifications Seven (7) years of field experience with bat species, including study design and bat acoustic data collection, processing, and analysis Field experience with bat species of the Southeast USAAvian or other wildlife survey experience is a pluinteractionperience preparing scientific reports and environmental permitting documentation Demonstrated experience with task and/or project management Additional Information Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in inclement weather conditions Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day, often in rugged terrain.
May have to carry equipment and/or supplies, weighing up to 40 poundinteractiontensive travel and night work may be required during the summer months This is a leadership role in the program, and the intention is to create a balance of office and field work, but travel may be required depending on the overall workload and schedule SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms.
SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency. An employee in this Houston, TX-based position can expect an annual pay rate based on the levels above in the about the opportunity section. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses.
Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more. If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the online application process due to a disability, please email or call. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only. All other inquiries will not receive a response. EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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ensure efficient organization, quality, development, and execution of project(s). Communicates results effectively to clients and develop lasting relationships to support future work. Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to: Supports the development and implementation of next generation sequencing (NGS) and pcr scientific services to fulfill the translational research needs of Precision customers Designs and performs experiments, independently and accurately analyze and present data Maintains a high quality output with the ability to build efficiency into improving productivity metrics Coordinates with managers and team members to develop project timelines and meet milestones
Trains and mentors junior staff in molecular techniques, data analysis, collation and presentation Assists in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation Responsible for troubleshooting and correcting scientific issues/problems Identifies, updates and implements emerging laboratory techniques Responsible for ensuring all experiments are performed on qualified equipment with updated use and maintenance logs, to ensure reliability and traceability of the data Maintains and supports safe lab practices and environment Collaborates with other technical teams in resource sharing and providing technical expertise Monitors project related expenses Serves as a scientific resource
to external clients and internal stakeholders as needed Assists with writing reports and developing presentations for clients Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Minimum Required: Master's Degree with a concentration in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field of study 5+ years' of related laboratory experience Other Required: Experience in molecular biology, genomics or bioinformatics Ability to prioritize tasks and function in a team-oriented environment Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Must have the ability to organize and analyze data, as well as prepare reports Excellent use of judgment and discretion required Extended work hours may be occasionally necessary in order to meet business demands Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20 -C -196 -C) Must be able to read, write, speak fluently and comprehend the English language Preferred: Ph. D. in Genomics, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Genetics or related fields Wet lab experience in the entire NGS workflow (Illumina or Ion Torrent), from library preparation to sequencing.
Experience in quantitative PCR (q PCR), digital droplet PCR (dd PCR) and Nano String is a plus. Experience in DNA and RNA extractions from a variety of sources is a plus. A solid understanding of current GLP and/or ISO/CAP/CLIA standards A combination of molecular biology wet lab and bioinformatics skills Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Precision, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation, among other benefits.
Reasonable estimate of the current range $77,800 - $111,000 USD Any data provided as a part of this application will be stored in accordance with our Privacy Policy. For CA applicants, please also refer to our CA Privacy Notice. Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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