Data Steward Technician

Cramer Fish Sciences is seeking a full-time Data Steward Technician to join our team in West Sacramento, CA to support data stewardship activities. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates with a strong interest in data management within biological or environmental sciences. The Data Steward Technician will assist in collecting, organizing, and maintaining high-quality datasets while working under the guidance of Data Stewards and project leads.

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your application at: https://fishsciences.isolvedhire.com/jobs/

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in collecting, organizing, and managing high-quality datasets from field, laboratory, and modeling projects


• Perform data entry, formatting, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) following established protocols


• Support data tracking, processing, and archiving within project-specific or organizational databases


• Assist in maintaining relational databases (e.g., Django, Access, SQL) and spreadsheets for data storage and reporting


• Generate basic data summaries, tables, and figures using Excel, R, Python, or comparable software tools


• Assist Data Stewards to ensure consistent data structure, metadata documentation, and file version control


• Support the preparation of datasets for submittal to clients or public repositories under guidance from senior staff


• Maintain organized electronic files and documentation to support data transparency and reproducibility


• Contribute to continuous improvement of data workflows and internal data management practices.

EDUCATION / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Fisheries, or a closely related biological or data-focused field


• Experience with databases, data processing workflows, and QA/QC procedures preferred


• Experience preparing graphical data representations and performing basic statistical analysis desirable

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to perform computerized data management in an office environment

COMPENSATION

$24.00 – $30.00/hour depending upon experience. Final compensation at Cramer Fish Sciences (CFS) is determined based on internal equity, relevant qualifications and experience, and market considerations.

BENEFITS

401(k) has a 3% match and full vesting after one year. The annual cash bonus has a 3% target. The benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, basic life, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid company holidays, and other various voluntary benefits.

ESOP

CFS is a 100% employee-owned company. Our employee stock option plan (ESOP) is a qualified defined contribution plan. Our target ESOP contribution is 5%. Eligibility is after one year of service with an entry date of Jan 1 or July 1.

ABOUT CRAMER FISH SCIENCES:

We are a fisheries research consulting firm operating throughout the Pacific States and Idaho. As a growing, employee-owned company, our mission is to rigorously apply the scientific method to provide innovative, scientifically robust solutions to a variety of fisheries and environmental challenges. We do this through effective and unbiased data collection, insightful analysis, and clear communication, including publishing results in scientific journals.

CFS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.