Description

The Wildlife Conservation Geneticist will develop, coordinate, and implement the wildlife genetics program. The wildlife genetics program at FWP will provide critical support to various activities and programs within the Wildlife Division for species conservation.  The position will focus, in particular, on monitoring activities, development and implementation of policy, decision support for ongoing and future management activities, inter-agency collaboration and co-management, and development of educational programs and opportunities for FWP staff.  The position is housed in the FWP Research Unit, which provides applied science and decision support to the agency.  The FWP genetics program relies on a collaborative relationship with the University of Montana Fish and Wildlife Genomics Lab.  The position will be based at the University of Montana, with statewide responsibilities. Success in this position involves a combination of interpersonal, supervisory, analysis, presentation, and writing skills.  The ability to effectively communicate genetic results or the implications of genetic theory to non-geneticists is essential.

Requirements

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You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.  Please apply before closing date of November 16, 2025.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through combination of education and experience equivalent to a Postgraduate (master’s or PhD) Degree in Genetics, Conservation Genetics, Conservation Biology, Wildlife Biology, or a related field, and at least 1 year of job-related experience. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.