RECRUITMENT RANGE: $35,474- $50,000
Pending Reclassification Approval
This position will be primarily responsible for the management and maintenance of the Museum’s Non-Molluscan Invertebrate Collection and associated curatorial duties (databasing, specimen inventory and management, managing loan activity, collection expansion, etc.). This position will be responsible for coordinating, training, and supervision of volunteers and others who might work with this Collection. This position will be expected and encouraged to participate in active research projects in invertebrate biology, taxonomy, and/or ecology, leading to publication of results in peer-reviewed scientific journals and popular media outlets. The position will participate in various educational and outreach activities of the Museum, including (but not limited to): annual signature events; regular, short science presentations offered to the public; and ‘behind-the-scenes’ tours of the Collections facilities. This position might also be called upon by other state agencies or external organizations to provide collections information and other assistance.
Management prefers Master’s Degree and experience with management or curation of natural sciences collections, including experience with electronic relational databases.
The ideal applicant will have the following skill and abilities:
- A demonstrated knowledge of invertebrate taxonomy and/or biology.
- Experience with microscopy, scientific illustration, and/or other methodological skills related to working with invertebrate specimens
- Strong communication skills, including professional interpersonal communications and public speaking abilities
- Strong organizational skills and ability to accomplished assigned tasks in a timely manner
Minimum Education and Experience – Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in biology, zoology, or a science curriculum related to the area of expertise and two years of experience in specialty area: a master’s degree in natural science area may be substituted for experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or political influence.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. See posting and application link at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/northcarolina/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=1380909. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” will NOT be accepted.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.
Technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627.
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Please call the human resources office for assistance.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are “Under Review” and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks.
It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).