[Nhcoll-l] Job opening at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

[Callomon,Paul]

(With apologies for cross-postings)

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University is searching for Curatorial Assistant for the rehousing of the alcohol-preserved collections of the Malacology Department. The position is initially for one year, (with the possibility of extending) and requires efficiency, organization, and above-average attention to detail.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred, in a relevant discipline. In addition, experience in the following areas is desirable: natural history collections, molluscan taxonomy, using database management software (e.g., FileMaker Pro), fluid preservation techniques.
- Also helpful are: ability to work independently and as part of team; knowledge of world geography;  ability to decipher handwriting; knowledge of European languages; willingness to ask questions. Candidates should be self-motivated with strong communication skills.
- Essential functions include inspection and remediation of approximately 40,000 containers of alcohol-preserved samples; cross-checking against collection database and carrying out fixes where necessary; partial dismantling and reassembly of steel shelving system; remediation of mold, dirt, rust and other surface conditions; monitoring stocks of supplies, materials and fluids; documenting operating procedures.

For further details and to submit an application, search posted positions at www.drexeljobs.com<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.drexeljobs.com&d=CwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=tkqxTPHztRKQGA86C59EfKaMgt2fnyO4bBLam4LSj4c&s=c9ua38lL--MNQSkPt4mj78yP0It4ze1V0-fsUjxH9N0&e= > with the key word "malacology".

Paul Callomon
Collection Manager, Malacology, Invertebrate Paleontology and General Invertebrates
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Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Philadelphia
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia PA 19103-1195, USA
callomon at ansp.org<mailto:callomon at ansp.org> Tel 215-405-5096 - Fax 215-299-1170

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