[Nhcoll-l] JOB POSTING: Herpetology Curatorial Assistant III at the Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ)

[Kennedy-Gold, Stevie]

Dear all,

The Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard University invites applications for the position of Curatorial Assistant III in Herpetology. Details and application instructions can be found online at:
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Job Summary
The Curatorial Assistant III reports to the Curatorial Associate of Herpetology, in conjunction to the MCZ's Director, Collections Operations, and faculty Curators. The Museum of Comparative Zoology and the Department of Herpetology aim to be inclusive environments that welcome colleagues of all backgrounds to work in a respectful and collegial environment. Candidates will interact with researchers, students and the public, and we seek candidates that value all these interactions.

Position Description

  *   Special projects as directed by Curatorial Associate, which may be determined in consultation with the Curator of Herpetology, the MCZ Director, and/or Director of Collections Operations.
  *   Catalogs specimens as per existing workflows and performs data cleanup and quality control pertaining to specimens and transactions within collection management system (MCZbase). This includes, but is not limited to, updating taxonomic identifications (e.g., scientific name), error corrections, and georeferencing of existing specimen data.
  *   Develops and implements new workflows for digitization, databasing, and curation (including inventory, optimal storage and rearrangement, reidentification, and taxonomic update to conform to current scientific literature).
  *   Prepares, packs, documents, and maintains loans and associated specimens in consultation with supervisor. Also prepares, files, and tracks import/export process in coordination with international customs authorities, and advises students, internal/external researchers on legal transport of specimens.
  *   Fulfills digital imaging, microCT scanning, and x-ray requests with resulting media provided to external researchers, stored in MCZbase, and/or uploaded to Morphosource.
  *   Serves as a point of contact for and assistance within the collection to faculty, staff, students, outside researchers, and the general public. This includes coordinating visitation logistics and responding to technical inquiries related to the collection, taxonomic nomenclature, database, loan policies, etc.
  *   Trains interns, LHTs/TMPs, graduate students, and postdocs in collection protocols, including the proper handling and care of the specimens, use of database, and instruction on equipment. Responsibilities may also include organization and supervision of projects for interns and LHTs/TMPs within the collection.

Basic Qualifications
College background in vertebrate biology, herpetology or organismal biology.  3 or more years of experience in a museum collection.  PC experience required.

Additional Qualifications and Skills
Master's degree in herpetology, biology, or museum studies strongly preferred.  Experience with spreadsheet software, collection databases, imaging software, and photo editing software required.  Detailed knowledge of curatorial practices specific to herpetological collections. Extensive experience in preparation techniques for herpetological specimens. Knowledge of taxonomy of reptiles and amphibians. Familiarity with digital imaging, including x-rays and microCT scanning.  Works well independently as well as part of a tem.  Strong attention to detail.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Presentation skills a plus.

Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Stevie

Stevie Kennedy-Gold
(she/her/hers)
Curatorial Associate/Collection Manager - Herpetology Department
Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology
26 Oxford St.
Cambridge, MA 02138

office: 617-496-1051
cell: 661-713-2975
skennedygold at fas.harvard.edu<mailto:skennedygold at fas.harvard.edu>


Please note that the section of herpetology will be unable to send or receive loans from November 23, 2022 to February 1, 2023. We kindly ask all loan requests be made by November 10, 2022. Loan returns with a due date occurring during this time will be granted an extension until February 1, 2023. Thank you for your understanding.

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