Data Debriefer

Remote, USA
Posted Jun 12, 2026
Full-time

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Northeast Fisheries data debriefer to support staffing and recruiting operations, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of fisheries data collection.

Responsibilities

  • Contractor shall review/edit electronic data uploads and raw data logs for completeness and accuracy within established timelines (i.e., 45 days from last day of month land for NEFOP and IFS trips; 7 days from land date for Sector trips)
  • Contractor shall contact observers to verify inconsistencies and solve data recording problems as needed
  • Contractor shall maintain records on individual observers to be used in assessing overall data quality and schedule observer debriefings as necessary
  • Contractor shall complete evaluations of each observer’s work on a per trip basis. Submit weekly
  • Contractor shall keep the Data Quality Specialist, data quality program manager and data managers informed of important and serious data recording issues
  • Contractor shall assist with routine audits and checks on trip data prior to the trip being loaded to the observer database
  • Contractor shall assist with preparations for Observer Trainings including observer exercises, homework assignments, workshops, quizzes, exams and presentations as needed
  • Contractor shall carry the after-hours phone during the week and weekend for after-hours observer assistance on a rotating schedule
  • Expected hours of coverage are until 8:00 pm on weeknights and from 8:30 - 5:00 pm on weekends
  • Contractor shall deploy as needed on shadow trips, trip trainer trips and probation/priority (Data Quality) trips
  • Contractor may be assigned periodic regional outreach events
  • Contractor may participate on research cruises aboard NOAA research vessels
  • Contractor shall inspect, maintain (i.e. repair, calibrate, build), and distribute observer gear as needed
  • Contractor shall assist with evaluating and transitioning to new and improved data collection programs, such as moving to a paperless data review, developing memos as reminders for observers/monitors on established data submission protocols, performance expectations, or awareness of changing procedures
  • Contractor shall assist with additional special projects such as species verification, tag recapture programs, sampling projects, etc
  • Contractor shall conduct Electronic Monitoring (EM) video reviews

Skills

  • Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience and requirements for degrees
  • B.S. degree in Marine Biology, Fisheries Biology/Management, or a related field
  • Demonstrated interest in fisheries science and management
  • General knowledge of analytical techniques
  • Ability to perform at-sea observer related duties
  • Mentoring training or experience
  • Conflict resolution training or experience
  • Program planning and management in a team environment
  • Developing performance metrics and milestones
  • Working with diverse interagency teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as ability to communicate well in both the office and field environments
  • Ability to represent NEFOP and NOAA programs in conversations with industry participants and stakeholders
  • Ability to go to sea and perform the duties of a fishery observer. These duties involve flexible work/sleep schedules, ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly, and the ability to work well with fishing community members, at times under difficult conditions
  • Proficient in current MS Office software programs
  • Proficient in the primary G Suite tools include Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Calendar, Google+, Sites, and Hangouts
  • Previous Experience performing as a Fisheries observer is preferred
  • UNIX based computers and network systems
  • Working with marine fisheries information programs or other science-based programs
  • Proficiency in GIS, website development, SAS, other statistical packages, Oracle or other relational database management systems and SQL programming language

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
  • Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
  • Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
  • Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
  • Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
  • Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
  • Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Company Overview

  • Lynker provides innovative solutions to support global environmental security and economic prosperity. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://lynker.com.

  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Lynker has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 1 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 3 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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