[NHCOLL-L:747] fossil preparator position

[Tony Fiorillo]

Fossil Preparator
Dallas Museum of Natural History

 The Dallas Museum of Natural History Department of Paleontology
currently has a position available for a fossil preparator.  The
Department of Paleontology has an expanding collection of fossil plants,
invertebrates and vertebrates.  The Museum collections contain fossils
from the Precambrian to the Quaternary.  The current research program in
vertebrate paleontology at the Museum focuses on Lower Devonian and
Upper Cretaceous rocks of western North America.

The preparator reports to the Curator of Earth Sciences.  Duties include
all components of fossil preparation, molding and casting, coordinating
activities for approximately active volunteers, field work, and database
management.  In addition to the Curator of Earth Sciences, the
individual will also work with two part-time employees in the
department.  A bachelor’s degree in geology or biology required, a
master’s degree preferred.  Excellent benefits package included.
Starting salary is $25,000.

 Interested applicants should send a cover letter, a resume or
curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three
references to:  Dr. Anthony R. Fiorillo, Curator of Earth Sciences,
Dallas Museum of Natural History, P.O. Box 150349, Dallas, TX  75315.
Review of applications will begin December 3, 2000.  The preparator will
be expected to start January 2001.  The Dallas Museum of Natural History
is an equal opportunity employer.