Researcher & Curator (Dragonfly)

Deadline: Thursday, October 14, 2021 - 00:00
Employer: African Natural History Research Trust
Contract Duration: Permanent
Contract Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience

The African Natural History Research Trust (ANHRT) is a charitable research trust and museum focused on African entomological biodiversity. Our research is aimed at increasing the scientific knowledge of African insects with an emphasis on Lepidoptera.
We are looking for an experienced full-time Researcher & Curator (Dragonflies), who has established taxonomic skills and will be required to deliver the effective planning management, implementation and completion of research and expeditions as directed. As many of the expeditions are in French speaking Africa an excellent working of knowledge of French is essential.

As the responsible party on overseas trips the candidate for this role will be required to ensure that all other personnel act in such a way as to promote the best interest of the charity and to behave in such a way as not to cause offence to local citizens.
Adherence to financial procedures as laid down by Finance and Business Administration Departments is essential.

Due to the location of ANHRT you must have a full driving licence and your own car.