[NHCOLL-L:2038] Collections manager, paleobotany

[Rebekah Hines]

Collections manager, paleobotany

The department of Geology of the Field Museum has an immediate opening for
an experienced collection manager of fossil plants.  The fossil plant
collections, especially strong in Carboniferous from Mazon Creek, Paleocene
from the Rocky Mountains and Great Plains, and in Mid and Late Cretaceous
floras of North America encompass approximately 80,000 curated specimens and
are ranked among the top paleobotanical collections in the world.  We are
seeking someone experienced with all aspects of modern collection
management, a background in paleobotany or botany and familiar with the
maintenance and use of database software to facilitate and develop
initiatives for enhancing collection use and profile.  The Collection
Manager will report to the Curator of Paleobotany. Although not essential, a
graduate education and an advanced degree in systematic paleobotany or
botany are highly desired. A bachelor's degree in botany/geology with a
minimum of three years collection management experience will also be
considered.  To apply send your CV and statement of interest to Human
Resources, Paleobotany Collection Manger Search, The Field Museum, 1400 S.
Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 by September 30th 2003.  Arrange to have
three letters of reference sent to Jennifer McElwain, Department of Geology,
The Field Museum by the same date.