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Scientific/Biological Illustrator
The University of Michigan Museum of Paleontology is a highly ranked and well respected research museum with world-renowned collections, curators, and associated researchers; it currently has an opening for a Scientific/Biological Illustrator to create complex and accurate artwork for the Paleontology Museums curators and associated researchers. For further information on the Museum of Paleontology, visit our website at www.lsa.umich.edu/paleontology/.
Responsibilities:
Create complex and scientifically accurate artwork for Paleontology Museum's curators, research scientists, and research associates for in-house, outside and web publications. Provide a variety of digital and traditional scientific illustration techniques.
Participate centrally in production of all Museum publications, maintain consistency and quality of images as it relates to printer's specifications.
Understand structural features and unique handling of a diverse range of fossils, living vertebrates and invertebrates, many of which have never been seen or described before.
Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of digital and traditional scientific illustration and design techniques.
Exercise functional supervision over valuable equipment, and over art made by curators, research scientists and graduate students.
Required Qualifications*
BA/BS required. Minimum 2-4 years of experience in field or area of specialization. Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to relate to curators, researchers, students and staff. Good knowledge of vertebrate, invertebrate, and plant morphology and function. Thorough knowledge of anatomical drawing including use of microscopes, camera lucida, and digital photography. Well-developed artist's eye for communication through charts and graphs. Thorough knowledge of computer graphics, including color graphics, and good knowledge of scientific publication process as this relates to illustrations of all kinds.
Desired Qualifications*
MA/MS degree in Fine Arts desired with 3-5 years of experience in field or area of specialization.
Additional Information
Higher salary possible for exceptionally qualifed candidate.
Curator/ University Lecturer in Vertebrate Palaeontology (Tenure Track Position)
We seek to recruit an outstanding scientist to join the staff of the Department and Museum of Zoology at Cambridge. The successful candidate will combine excellence in research with a commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition he/she will have the ability to engage with the work of the Museum in collections development, outreach and public engagement.
We seek a candidate with the ambition and ability to fund and lead a world-class research group. For this post, we are likely to appoint a candidate whose research is collections-based. The appointee will take overall academic responsibility for the vertebrate palaeontology collections, working with professional collections management staff, who will undertake the routine management of the collections.
The selection criteria for this post are:
Essential
An outstanding research record, documented by publication and by the demonstrated ability to attract research funding.
An innovative and focused research agenda in vertebrate palaeontology.
Experience of working with Museum collections, and an engagement with the process of biological and, when appropriate, geological curation.
The training and expertise to contribute broadly to undergraduate teaching in the area of vertebrate evolutionary biology.
Desirable
Curatorial experience in a major research museum.
Taxonomic expertise relating to an area relevant to the Museum's existing collections.
A programme of research that will enhance and develop the collections of the Museum.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduates and supervising research students.
A track record of commitment to wider responsibilities in a current or previous institution (for example, in research leadership, museum development, or public engagement).
The duties and responsibilities of this post will be:
To conduct research in some area of Vertebrate Evolutionary Biology and Palaeontology.
To teach undergraduate and graduate students in Evolutionary Biology and related disciplines.
To take curatorial responsibility for the vertebrate palaeontology collections.
To promote outreach and public engagement
Appointment will be from 1st Oct 2015, with some possibility for flexibility.
Appointment will be for a probationary period of five years with appointment to the retiring age thereafter, subject to satisfactory performance.
The Department would particularly welcome applications from women as we have an historical imbalance in the number of women holding academic staff positions.
To apply online for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply' button below. This will route you to the University's Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.
Please quote reference PF05523 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Further Information: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/6371/file/MUSLect-CurFurther+information_P...
Interpretation Producer
Job Description:
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Interpretation Producer
£22,056 - £24,052 per annum, depending on skills and experience
Permanent, full-time
Kew Gardens, Richmond
Kew is the world-leader in plant diversity science, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a major visitor attraction, that shows the importance of plants in all our lives. Kew’s mission is to inspire and deliver science-based plant conservation worldwide, enhancing the quality of life.
We have an opportunity in our Content and Learning Department at an exciting time, as we develop ambitious plans to deliver a step-change in interpretation across the Gardens - transforming visitor engagement from the moment people enter our gates and throughout their experience of the Great Glasshouses, our Treetop Walkway and diverse horticultural displays.
The role will develop a range of outputs, from traditional interpretation to creative installations and exhibitions, and also support content development for Kew’s dynamic and lively annual programme of activities.
We are looking for a highly organised and creative individual, who will relish working across a range of media, and turning scientific information into delightful and memorable visitor experiences. You will have excellent research and writing skills, combined with project co-ordination experience, as well as strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and motivate a range of colleagues.
Benefits include 30 days holiday per year, a choice of pensions, a flexible benefits scheme as well as a great working environment.
Application Instructions:
Application packs are available from our website
https://careers.kew.org/vacancy/interpretation-producer-212789.html
Alternatively, please contact the HR Department, RBG Kew, on 020 8332 3135.
Please quote Ref 6345.
Closing date: 23rd March 2015.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
Digitiser
The eMesozoic project aims to digitise all British Mesozoic vertebrate specimens held at the Natural History Museum. It is a pilot digitisation project to test workflows for digitising palaeontology collections and for capturing high quality metadata associated with the specimens in an efficient manner. The British Mesozoic vertebrate collections present a range of digitisation challenges, which this project seeks to explore and address. These specimens are heavily used by researchers and in public engagement, and the data produced by this project will be available to the public via our online catalogue as well as being used to facilitate effective management of the collections.
The successful applicant will assist with the creation of master lists for British Mesozoic fossil sites, stratigraphy and taxonomy to associate with specimen data. These master lists will be derived from the scientific literature and will be validated by experts. Working as part of a team, the successful candidate will barcode and image individual specimens. This will involve handling very delicate, as well as large, heavy specimens. It will involve working at height in some cases, and with dusty specimens. Finally, the post holder will associate specimen information with catalogue records and images using master lists as well as carrying out direct transcription into a database. Curators and scientists will work closely with the role holder to validate data and refine the workflow. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who show a high degree of attention to detail and have the ability to maintain focus and accuracy.
Role competences: BEFORE beginning your application - Please read the section below about the ‘Online Application Process’ carefully.
If you wish to be considered for this role you will need to address each of the following competences in the ‘other information’ section of your online application:
1. BSc (or equivalent qualification) in Biological or Earth Sciences (or equivalent relevant experience)
2. Demonstrable understanding of taxonomic, anatomic and stratigraphic principles (e.g., attained from college or university courses in geology, palaeontology, systematics, zoology)
3. Solid experience of carefully handling a wide range of objects from small fragile specimens to large heavy ones
4. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with proven experience of manipulating large datasets
5. Significant experience in digital imaging
6. Evidenced experience of reading and accurately transcribing data from handwritten sources into a database
7. Literate and fluent in English, including being familiar with scientific literature
8. Experience of working effectively as part of a team
9. Self-motivated with an ability to remain focussed when completing repetitive tasks
10. High degree of attention to detail
11. Proven ability to follow complex instructions
12. Willingness to work with dusty specimens, at height and to use moving equipment in a collections environment
Online application process: You are required to provide a response to ALL of the role competences listed above within the ‘Other Information’ section of the online application form (up to 140 words per competence). In order to demonstrate how you meet each competence fully, please provide specific examples from your achievements, knowledge, skills and/or experience.
IMPORTANT: The ‘Other Information’ section will ‘timeout’ after 35 minutes and any information not saved during this time will be lost. Please therefore prepare your answers on a separate document before transferring and saving them to your application.
The ‘Additional Questions’ regarding right to work in the UK and age are mandatory questions and any applications received without these answers will not be considered.
Please review your application fully before pressing ‘submit application’ as you will not be able to make any further amends after submitting, and any applications received which have not addressed ALL competences in full and/or the mandatory questions will be rejected.
Collections Assistant - Natural Science
Ref: MSCANS 02/15
This is a 37 hour fixed term post until 31st March 2018 working in our Curatorial Services department.
The Collections Assistant - Natural Science will support the Curator of Natural Science to facilitate access to the Natural Science collection through collections management, enquiries, displays, events and digital platforms.
This role will focus specifically on tackling the historic accessioning backlog in order to achieve Accreditation targets.
The Natural Science collection comprises taxidermy, cabinet skins, shells, osteology, corals, herbaria, entomology, rocks, minerals and fossils.
It also includes several important digital datasets, including biological records and the meteorology database for Weston Park Weather Station.
This role is funded by Arts Council England.
The closing date for applications is 16th March 2015 (noon)
Interviews will take place on 16th April 2015
Apply online at www.museums-sheffield.org.uk/about/working-with-us
or contact sue.wheeler@museums-sheffield.org.uk / 0114 2782620
Please do not send CVs
Curator of Invertebrate Zoology
Ref: GLA00207
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to curate the nationally significant Invertebrate Zoology collections of Glasgow Museums. You will be required to develop an expert knowledge of the collection through research and documentation, to enhance the collection through active collecting and disposal, and to manage the development and delivery of exhibitions and other programmes of public engagement and communication. This post is Temporary for a period up to 18 months.
To apply for this vacancy online please visit www.glasgow.gov.uk.
Closing date is 11.59pm on Sunday 15 March 2015
Information is available in alternative formats, on request.
Phone 0845 270 1078
Museum and Security Assistant
The Natural History Museum Tring is part of the world’s leading museums, internationally recognised for its dual role as a centre of excellence in scientific research and as a leader in the presentation of natural history through exhibitions, public programmes, publications and the web.
We are seeking a permanent Museum & Security Assistant to assist the Management Team with the delivery of the visitor experience offered at the Natural History Museum at Tring.
The Museum & Security Assistant will work as part of a team to provide an excellent service to our visitors and to assist in maintaining the security and safety of the Tring site.
The successful candidate will have experience in a customer facing environment, excellent customer care and communication skills, and have experience of working effectively as part of a team. You will also have a clear understanding of Health and Safety Regulations.
The normal working week is 41 hours (inclusive of a 1 hour daily meal break) and is rostered over a 24 hour shift system (5 days out of 7). This means that Saturday, Sunday and public holidays will come within your conditioned weekly hours.
BEFORE beginning your application - Please read the section on the advert about the ‘Online Application Process’ carefully.
The Museum is an equal opportunity employer, supports a diverse workplace and offers a competitive benefits package including:
•Membership of the civil service pension scheme
•Generous annual leave allowance
•Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
•Interest-free season ticket loan
•Child care voucher scheme
•Professional & personal development opportunities
•Employee Assistance Programme
•Discounts on food and gift shop purchases
For a full job description and to apply online please visit the Natural History Museum website.
Salary: £19,721 per annum plus benefits (additional £2,840 shift allowance)
Contract: Permanent Appointment
Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 8th March 2015
Paleontology and Geology Collections Manager
Closing date: Open until filled
The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
The Burke Museum currently has an outstanding opportunity for a full time Paleontology and Geology Collections Manager. Fossil collections at the Burke Museum are actively growing and include over three million specimens distributed in several subdisciplines: vertebrate paleontology, paleobotany (including pollen and phytoliths), invertebrate paleontology, and micropaleontology. A smaller collection of minerals and meteorites is also part of the divisional holdings. Currently, the fossil collections are managed by three half-time faculty curators and only one Collections Manager. The volume of the collection exceeds proportionally the number of individuals tasked with managing both the specimens and the accompanying digital resources.
This position must support diverse paleontogy collections, to include vertebrate paleontology, invertebrate paleontology, paleobotany, malacology, and geology, on and off-site. Each collection must be managed appropriately, and each set of data is housed in a different database file. There is much work to be done to bring all of the collections under the appropriate level of care and organization, as the use of the collections for research is determined by their accessibility both digitally and tangibly
Requirements
◦Masters Degree in Paleobiology or related field
◦Four to five years related work experience
◦Proficient experience with computer databases and online access of natural history collections
Desired
◦PhD in Paleobiology or related field
◦Experience with GPS mapping and GIS technology
◦Experience with MySQL or related relational database systems
◦Experience writing funded grant proposals
Preparator
No closing date stated.
Vertebrate Paleontology Division at the University of Nebraska State Museum is seeking a qualified individual to perform work as a Preparator or Chief Preparator. The Preparator prepares, conserves, and replicates specimens in support of curator and museum research. Orders lab supplies, supervises and trains students and volunteers. May participate in Vertebrate Paleontology Division field research.
In addition to these duties, the Chief Preparator manages the vertebrate paleontology preparation laboratory, actively recruits students and volunteers to work in the laboratory, and attends professional meetings.
Compensation for the position will be determined at the time of the offer and will depend upon candidate qualifications and the level of the position.
Minimum required qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the geosciences, biology, zoology, anthropology, museum studies, or related fields. At least two years of experience in the preparation, conservation, and replication (molding and casting) of vertebrate fossils is required. Knowledge of advanced fossil preparation, replication, and conservation techniques is essential. Experience must demonstrate the ability to prepare fossils ranging from delicate microvertebrates that require work under a microscope to large macro fossils. Must also have the ability to make high quality molds and casts of specimens ranging from microvertebrates to large skulls. A working knowledge of vertebrate anatomy is necessary. Background must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently with a strong work ethic. Must have basic computer skills using word processing and spreadsheet software.
Preferred qualifications
Master’s degree preferred. Formal training in vertebrate paleontology with an emphasis on Cenozoic mammals and reptiles. Five years experience in the preparation, conservation, and replication (molding and casting) of vertebrate fossils, with experience supervising students and volunteers. Detailed knowledge of mammal and reptile anatomy is preferred.
Director of Museum Research and Collections
Ref: 498895
Job Summary:
The Director of Museum Research and Collections is responsible for facilitating and promoting the pursuit, discovery and dissemination of knowledge through museum-based research conducted by University faculty, curators, and students as well as outside researchers. The Director will provide oversight for the acquisition of objects for the UA Museums collections and for the management of the collections, including necessary and appropriate documentation, conservation, preservation, protection, preparation, research, exhibition, and interpretation of collections objects belonging to or in the temporary custody of UA Museums.
Additional Department Summary:
The Director will facilitate the activities of the UA Museums Council of Curators as the Chief Curator and will encourage collaborative research efforts and interdisciplinary grant proposals by Museum Curators. The Director is expected to develop and conduct research in his/her own academic discipline and secure external grant funds. Results of research/scholarly work should be published, disseminated in peer-reviewed journals, and/or presented at conferences or symposiums. .
The Director will serve as a Curator in a museum-related discipline such as paleontology, biology, geology, or archaeology.
The Director will supervise staff in carrying out collections care and management. The Director is expected to remain current with regard to developments in the field including relevant state and federal statutes and professional ethical standards.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Doctorate in Biology, Geology, Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field and extensive experience in collections-based research and museum collections management.
Additional Required Department Qualifications:
Valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 21 years of age and have an acceptable motor vehicle report as determined by the insurance carrier.
Skills and Knowledge:
Must have strong record of scholarly research and publication in high-quality peer-reviewed academic journals. Must have knowledge and skills in collections management policies and procedures and collections database management. Must have good organizational skills to maintain collections data, loans, general inventory, condition reports, and conservation needs. Ability to organize and direct the work of others and train staff for program specific requirements.
Submit a letter of interest, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of at least three references when applying.