Supporting high-visibility ESA Section 7 consultation activities, the fully remote Lead ESA Section 7 Consultation Scientist will conduct scientific literature reviews, provide technical leadership and oversight to junior staff, and ensure the development of legally and biologically defensible consultation documents during east coast business hours.
Key responsibilities:
Independently evaluate complex biological and regulatory issues for ESA Section 7 consultations
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior ESA Consultation Scientists, coordinating consultation activities and resolving complex issues
Conduct QA/QC reviews of consultation documents to ensure biological accuracy and legal sufficiencyRequired qualificationsMaster's degree or higher in Marine Science, Marine Biology, Biology, Oceanography, Marine Policy, or a related discipline
Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience with ESA Section 7 consultation requirements
Demonstrated ability to perform complex ESA Section 7 consultation work independently
Experience providing technical leadership and mentoring to less-senior scientific staff
Strong technical writing skills and knowledge of Southeast US species-related habitats
