Genetics Lab Technician

This Genetics Laboratory Technician position is part of CRITFC’s Fishery Science Department, but will be located with the genetics group at the Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station in Hagerman,  research group is involved in testing conservation, evolution, and ecological theories related to salmonids and other fishes. The Genetics Laboratory Technician will work under a Senior Fisheries Geneticist, and will work closely with our team of CRITFC geneticists and lab technicians on a variety of monitoring and research projects to support member tribes and other partners in the region.

Efforts will focus on generating empirical genetics/genomics data in the lab to address questions related to conservation and recovery of steelhead, Chinook, sockeye, and coho salmon, sturgeon, lamprey, and other fishes of the Columbia River Basin.

This is an in-person position located in Hagerman, Idaho
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• Prepare sampling materials for collecting fish tissue samples in the field
• Extract DNA from fish tissues
• Prepare DNA libraries for next-generation sequencing (e.g., GT-seq, whole genome)
• Analyze genetic markers on specialized laboratory equipment
• Data entry into Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and Progeny database
• Complete QA/QC protocols
• Communicate effectively with project leaders and team members
• Participate in inter-agency work groups, as necessary
• Other duties as assigned and as appropriate to CRITFC goals and purposes.

Online applications are preferred, however if circumstances prevent an applicant from completing an online application or require help with an electronic application, email jobs for assistance.

Hiring preference:
CRITFC implements a tribal preference policy and encourages citizens and descendants of our member tribes (Nez Perce, Umatilla, Warm Springs and Yakama) and other federally recognized tribes to apply.

CRITFC is committed to building a culturally inclusive community and a work environment that respects and inspires every person. Members of historically marginalized groups including women, people of color, those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those who have served in the military, and members of other underrepresented communities are invited to apply.

CRITFC will consider non-citizen applicants who are authorized to work in the U.S. If not authorized to work in the U.S., CRITFC will provide reasonable support and accommodations to the candidate in obtaining U.S. work authorization. With the exception of certain employer required costs, CRITFC will not pay for costs related to applicant’s legal representation, filings for work authorization or immigration, or other costs related to obtaining work authorization.

* Please note:

the term “Commission” as used in this description refers to CRITFC’s governing body. CRITFC is a tribal organization that is wholly owned and governed by the Nez Perce Tribe, the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, The Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon, and the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation. As a tribal organization, CRITFC is subject to a unique blend of policies and laws.