Paleonet: Job: Collections Manager, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard

[Charles Marshall]

CURATORIAL ASSOCIATE (Collections Manager)
INVERTEBRATE PALEONTOLOGY

The Department of Invertebrate Paleontology in the Museum of 
Comparative Zoology at Harvard University has an opening for 
Curatorial Associate of fossil invertebrates.  This collection 
encompasses all major phyla of metazoans and is ranked among the top 
paleontology collections in the world.  We are seeking an individual 
who is able to conduct all aspects of modern collection management, 
and is adept in communicating with scientists and the public.

Responsibilities:
The curatorial Associate (equivalent to the Collection Manager) 
reports to the Curator of Invertebrate Paleontology and the Manager, 
Collections Operations in the Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ), 
and in conjunction will determine short- and long-term collection 
priorities, including facilities upgrades; manage and oversee the 
implementation of those priorities; oversee selection, training and 
supervision of curatorial staff; manage the curation of existing and 
new collections; oversee the input and updating of computerized 
specimen database; prepare and monitor departmental budget; 
participate in museum initiatives and collaborative projects with 
other MCZ collections; assist in preparation of grant proposals for 
collection improvement; and assist the public with questions.

Requirements:
Masters degree in invertebrate paleontology and/or natural history 
museum studies with experience in handling fossil materials highly 
desirable; at least 5+ years of curatorial experience in an 
invertebrate paleontology collection (or equivalent); knowledge of 
invertebrate systematics; 3-5 years of supervisory experience; 
demonstrated writing, public speaking, and organizational skills; 
excellent computer skills, including database management. Excellent 
interpersonal and communication skills required, as well as the 
ability to both work independently and in a busy team environment.

TO APPLY: Please send your CV and the names of three references who 
are familiar with your collection work, no later than August 25, 
2007, to: http://employment.harvard.edu, Requisition # 30253

HARVARD UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Charles Marshall

(617) 495-2572 office
(617) 496-5535 fax
cmarshal at oeb.harvard.edu
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