[NHCOLL-L:1660] job, curatorial assistant, MCZ mammals

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Dear List Members:

I am forwarding a job announcement that may be of interest. Please reply to 
Judy Chupasko (address included in the announcement below). Another way to 
find information on the job is to get onto Harvard University's Web site, 
choose "Employment at Harvard", choose "Museums", and you can click on the 
Curatorial Assistant II position in the Mammal Department. I hope this helps 
all of you!  One more thing the
advertisement did not mention: an automobile is necessary for this position.


Sincerely,

Tim Koneval
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Requisition Number 14114
Title: Curatorial Assistant II
Full-time, Salary Grade 51, Salary Range: $25,656 to 38,544
Full benefits,Eligible for overtime, Union is HUCTW
Posted 8 July 2002,

Duties and Responsibilities: Reports to Curatorial Associate and Curator in
the Mammal Department. Performs Curatorial Duties at both the Museum of
Comparative Zoology (MCZ) and at the Concord Field Station (CFS); assists
with ongoing renovations and re-organization of the collection. Maintains
preparation lab, dermestid beetle colony, and Cetacean and Alcohol
Collection at the CFS.

Requirements: BS in Vertebrate Biology, Zoology, or Mammalogy preferred.
Experience with all aspects of curatorial work in a systematic collection,
as well as knowledge of issues and experience in handling, storage, and
preservation of collections; preparation of mammal study skins and
skeletons, and maintenance of beetle colony desired. 1-2 years related
experience, computer skills (Filemaker Pro, collection databases, Microsoft
Word); ability to learn and follow procedures for handling, storage, and
preservation of  specimens; strong written and verbal communication skills;
strong organizational skills, must be attentive and detail oriented; must
be able to lift 50lbs and have physical strength and stamina; ability to
work alone for extended periods with minimal supervision, as well as
ability to work as part of a team.

Send Resume' and cover letter to:

Harvard University
Resume Processing Center
Req.# : 14114
11 Holyoke Street
Cambridge, Ma. 02138

Please note that upon submitting your credentials, you will become part of
Harvard's applicant database, and therefore, may be considered for other
suitable positions at the University.

Or send to Judy Chupasko below:

Judy Chupasko
Curatorial Associate
Mammal Dept.
Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology
26 Oxford St.
Cambridge, Mass 02138
617-495-2469

jchupasko at oeb.harvard.edu