Job Summary
Under the direction of the Shellfish Hatchery Manager, the Shellfish Hatchery
Biologist performs the following duties: Monitor and assist with the algae operation; Coordinate
with LNR Grant Manager to seek potential grant opportunities; Prepare and submit grant
applications before deadlines; Submit quarterly grant reports and deliverables to grant agencies as
required; Assist with JV Oyster Project, Assist with tracking inventories on the JV oyster seed;
Assist with the hatchery geoduck, oyster, and manila clam seed sales; Assist with preparing and
submitting reports for the LNR Administration and the General Manager’s Office. Explore other
potential bi-valve possibilities (spawning experiments with other shellfish species); Collect data,
and report to supervisor and to the LNR Administration Office; Conduct water quality research
including data collection (especially during harmful algal blooms inside the Lummi Sea Pond), data
analysis, and drafting reports; Monitor health of all algae and shellfish cultures; and Other projects
related to the shellfish production program.
